H0623

Adds to existing law to require Idaho public schools to establish policies providing for a daily moment of silence.

Complete·3/20/26
Introduced Text

Idaho H0623 mandates a daily moment of silence in all public schools for students to reflect, meditate, pray, or engage in other silent activities.

Idaho H0623 amends existing law to require Idaho public schools to establish policies for a daily moment of silence. This moment, lasting at least 60 seconds, must occur at or near the beginning of each school day in all grades. During this period, students may reflect, meditate, pray, or engage in other silent activities without interference. Teachers or school employees must ensure all students participate, and no other activities should take place. Schools must notify parents and guardians about this policy and encourage them to guide their children.

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Roll Call Votes

18 Yea

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15 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 16

10:00 AM

Third Reading Calendar

Mar 13

10:30 AM

Third Reading Calendar

History

Mar 20

House

Reported Signed by Governor on March 19, 2026 Session Law Chapter 62 Effective: 07/01/2026

Mar 19

House

Delivered to Governor at 4:22 p.m. on March 18, 2026

Mar 18

Senate

Received from the House enrolled/signed by Speaker