English is already Idaho’s official language. Voters can add it to the state’s constitution.

By: Kyle Pfannenstiel

Outlets: Idaho Capital Sun

Published: October 9, 2026

Words: 1,658

Last Updated: 1 week, 2 days ago

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In 2007, Idaho lawmakers passed a law to make English the state’s official language.

That law, which is still on the books, requires English to be used as “the sole language of government.” But it lists many exceptions to its requirement that government documents be in English, such as for law enforcement or for “public health and safety needs,” to ensure public schools can teach students who are learning English …

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