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Computerized Discrimination In Criminal Justice
IDAHO MUST ELIMINATE COMPUTERIZED DISCRIMINATION IN ITS CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM BY: REP. GREG CHANEY (R-Caldwell) The most sacred responsibility of any lawmaker is to ensure that we protect the people we serve. That means everybody, not just certain select groups. Unfortunately, when it comes to criminal justice in Idaho, existing practices in the state threaten the very concept of fairness guaranteed to all of its … Continue reading Computerized Discrimination In Criminal Justice
Tax Cut Clears Senate
On March 1, the Senate approved H463 which provided tax-cuts for Idaho citizens and prevented tax increases caused by the changes to the tax code at the federal level. The bill will now be sent to Governor Otter for his signature. After the passage of the bill Rep. Greg Chaney, who co-sponsored the legislation, said: I’m excited to see Idahoans get a tax cut. Legislation … Continue reading Tax Cut Clears Senate
BILL INTRODUCED TO LIGHTEN PRESSURE ON CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM
(Boise) Representative Greg Chaney (R-Caldwell) introduced a bill today in the House Judiciary, Rules, and Administration committee aimed at alleviating budget pressures for counties faced with jail crowding and struggles providing public defense. The bill, which the committee agreed to move forward, would reduce certain misdemeanor driving offenses to infractions, eliminate mandatory jail time for driving on a suspended license, and allow low-income citizens a … Continue reading BILL INTRODUCED TO LIGHTEN PRESSURE ON CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM
Sex Trafficking Hearing in Judiciary and Rules Committee
“We recognize that something needs to be done,” [Rep. Greg Chaney, R-Caldwell] said. “My biggest concern is that we’ll do something in the name of doing something, and it won’t actually make a difference – but we’ll tell ourselves it did, and the right thing won’t happen because of that.” (Click Here to Keep Reading) Source: Article by Bill Spence, Lewiston Tribune Re-posted at http://www.spokesman.com/blogs/boise/2018/feb/02/lawmakers-hear-sex-trafficking-horror-stories/ Continue reading Sex Trafficking Hearing in Judiciary and Rules Committee
Tax Cut Bill Introduced
**Note: Rep. Chaney voted in favor of introducing the bill at Tuesday’s hearing before the Revenue and Taxation Committee** Source: http://idahonews.com/news/local/idaho-lawmakers-introduce-200-million-tax-cut-plan BOISE, Idaho (AP) – Idaho lawmakers have ushered in a $200 million tax cut plan as the first tax relief proposal of the 2018 legislative session. House Majority Leader Mike Moyle said Tuesday the proposal is one of the largest tax reduction bills ever proposed … Continue reading Tax Cut Bill Introduced
Idaho Now Officially Fastest-Growing State (Idaho Statesman)
In recent months, Boise has made nearly every “best places” list put out by Forbes, and Idaho now is officially the fastest-growing state, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Meridian is the nation’s 13th fastest-growing city. -Idaho Statesman 1/18/2018 For the full article, click here: http://www.idahostatesman.com/news/business/business-insider/article195346584.html Continue reading Idaho Now Officially Fastest-Growing State (Idaho Statesman)
Unemployment at Record Low
“Idaho’s record low unemployment is a sign that our business people and entrepreneurs are some of the best in the nation, and the state’s policies encourage a vibrant economic environment.” -Rep. Greg Chaney To read more, click here: http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2017/oct/20/idahos-september-unemployment-rate-drops-to-28-per/ Continue reading Unemployment at Record Low
Chaney Presents Bill to Ban Sanctuary Cities in Idaho
Date: January 30, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Rep. Greg Chaney (208) 332-1055 CHANEY PITCHES BILL BANNING SANCTUARY CITIES IN IDAHO (Boise) Representative Greg Chaney (R-Caldwell) introduced a bill today in the House State Affairs Committee aimed at protecting Idaho communities by prohibiting local policymakers and law enforcement from becoming “Sanctuary Cities” or counties. Chaney pointed out that most immigrants were … Continue reading Chaney Presents Bill to Ban Sanctuary Cities in Idaho
Greg Chaney Wins Big (Idaho Press-Tribune)
“I enjoy making a positive impact on policies that affect real people. Every issue, no matter how benign or contentious, is about people — people with very real hopes, dreams, challenges, and opportunities.” By IDAHO PRESS- TRIBUNE STAFF newsroom@idahopress.com CALDWELL — District 10 Representative B Republican incumbent Rep. Greg Chaney took the over Democratic challenger Warren Stevens with 67.49 percent of the vote. Chaney is … Continue reading Greg Chaney Wins Big (Idaho Press-Tribune)
