WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

HCR 31

LINDEN BATEMAN – States findings of the Legislature and honors the lifetime achievements of Linden Bateman, the author, sponsor, and successful advocate for the law designating “Idaho Day.”

68th Legislature, 2nd Regular Session (2026)

Idaho legislature honors Linden Bateman for his successful advocacy in establishing Idaho Day as a state designation.

Delivered to Secretary of State at 1:41 p.m. on March 27, 2026
#education #government #history #holidaysanddays #honorsandawards #houseofrepresentatives #legislature #resolutions #concurrent #schoolsandschooldistricts #death
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · HCR 31

Legislative bill overview

HCR 31 is a concurrent resolution honoring Linden Bateman's lifetime achievements, specifically recognizing his role as author, sponsor, and advocate for the legislation that designated "Idaho Day." This is a ceremonial bill expressing legislative appreciation rather than substantive policy legislation.

Why is this important

Concurrent resolutions like this serve symbolic functions—they formalize legislative recognition and honor individual contributions to state policy. In this case, it acknowledges Bateman's advocacy work around Idaho Day designation, which may have cultural or historical significance to the state. Such resolutions are typically noncontroversial and carry no direct fiscal impact.

Potential points of contention

  • Ceremonial vs. substantive use of legislative time: Some may view dedicating legislative time to honoring individuals as inefficient when pressing policy issues exist
  • Subjectivity in selection: Without clear criteria for which advocates receive such honors, the process could appear arbitrary or subject to favoritism
  • Limited public awareness: Most constituents are unlikely to know who Linden Bateman is or understand the significance of Idaho Day designation

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

Sign in to ask a question.