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ID HCR031
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Ways and Means Committee
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AI Summary
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Recognizes and commends the lifetime achievements of Linden B. Bateman (July 11, 1940 – January 22, 2026), founder of Idaho Day, who authored and advocated for the law designating March 4th as "Idaho Day" commemorating Abraham Lincoln's creation of Idaho Territory in 1863
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Honors Bateman's service in the Idaho House of Representatives for nine total terms (1976-1986 and 2010-2016), including two terms as House Majority Caucus Chairman
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Acknowledges his 34-year teaching career in government and history at Bonneville High School, followed by seven years supervising student teachers at BYU-Idaho and Idaho State University
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Recognizes his contributions to Idaho history as a charter member of the Bonneville County Historical Society (now Museum of Idaho), published author on local history topics, and sponsor of 2014 legislation to restore cursive handwriting instruction in public schools
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Commends his community service including hundreds of volunteer hours at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center and recognition from the 7th District Bar Association for excellence in teaching American Government
Legislative Description
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.”
LINDEN BATEMAN
Last Action
Reported out of Committee with Do Pass Recommendation; to 10th order; held one legislative day
3/16/2026