Cement Booties

It is not like anyone seems to have a plan for how the Republican House, Senate and Governor will agree on anything and go home. Senate Republican leaders are trying to help Governor Otter save face. So polite. But at what cost? And why take the fall for him pouring himself such an oversized pair of cement booties? The House says it is going home with or without us. I agree, we should go. But Senate Republicans have closer relationships with the cement and engineering industry lobbyists who must be camped in Otters office. They say they wouldn't dare override the Governor. So how does this end? Cement booties for all?

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[H. Johnston - Moscow, ID]

Nicole - This is a needed tax and it won't cost the average Idahoan that much in the long run. And I say that as a Republican.

If this turns out it was all a farce to get more new construction dollars then I'll be the first to lead the battle cry against the Governor's stunt.

But if this bill means that folks can travel our roads without hitting potholes or being stranded because we don't have enough ITD staff to manage the snow removal then it's certainly worth the extra $3.00 per month.