Idaho Senate committee sends anti-DEI bill for Medicaid providers to floor

By: Laura Guido

Outlets: Idaho Capital Sun

Published: March 25, 2026

Words: 994

Last Updated: 3 months, 1 week ago


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An Idaho Senate committee on Tuesday advanced a bill prohibiting health care providers that accept Medicaid funding from using “DEI” — diversity, equity and inclusion — policies in employment, training and practice.

The bill was sent to the Senate floor for further consideration. If passed by the full Senate, it would go to the governor for potential veto, signature or to allow it to go into effect without signature.

The public hearing on …

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