Idaho’s spare change

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho is expecting its second year of big budget surpluses when the 2012 fiscal year ends, presenting conservative Idaho with tough choices that could include restoring programs or cutting taxes.

Come July, Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter’s office and the Legislature expect to have $179 million in the bank, based on the spending plan passed by the 2011 Legislature. That’s after an $85 million surplus in the fiscal year that ended June 30. More here.

What do you think they should do with the surplus? Loan it to Washington, perhaps?