The session is on

The gavels have fallen, and both the House and Senate have begun their annual sessions. A few House members had some glitches figuring out their voting equipment, and when a committee of senators returned from the House to formally report on its status, Sen. John Andreason, R-Boise, said, “They’re ready to do business - but not quite organized. They’re ready to do business.” Rep. Eric Anderson, R-Priest Lake, had just headed a House delegation to the Senate, which had reported, “The word is that we’re organized.” New Lt. Gov. Brad Little, who’s wielding the gavel in the Senate, responded, “Well, House members, we’re delighted that you’re organized - we’re organized too, and we are ready to go - we look forward to a very fruitful session.” Next up is the governor’s State of the State speech later this afternoon.