Federal and State Government Links

If you are interested in gathering information about state or federal legislation, U.S. policy or just want to e-mail your Congressman or Senator, please try these web sites:

Idaho State Home Page
Idaho State Legislature
Office of the Governor
Statewide Elected Officials
United States Senate
United States House of Representatives
Thomas, the Official Congressional Web site
The White House
The National Republican Party
The National Democratic Party
Idaho Democratic Party
Republican Party of Idaho
The Libertarian Party
The League of Women Voters
Ridenbaugh Press Home Page (focuses on Idaho Water Rights, Public Affairs and Travel)

How do I register to vote?

Idaho allows for voter registration either prior to or on Election Day. An elector must be a U.S. citizen, be 18 years of age, be a resident for 30 days prior to the election, not have any disqualifications (convicted of a felony) or must have had his or her rights restored if convicted of a felony. To register on Election Day, the person presents a picture/photo identification at his or her polling place. If that same photo contains (for example, a driver’s license) the person’s current address, he or she then completes the registration form and is allowed to vote. If the photo identification does not have the person’s current address, he or she needs to bring an additional piece of proof of current address (such as a utility bill).

For more information, check out idahovotes.gov.