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ID SR117

Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

State Affairs Committee

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes Italy as an important trade partner, noting 2024 U.S.-Italy trade totaled $108.7 billion ($32.4 billion in exports, $76.3 billion in imports)

  • Acknowledges Italian immigrant history in Idaho dating to around 1880, with approximately 2,627 Italians living in Idaho by 1910, primarily working in railroad, logging, mining, and farming industries

  • Highlights Micron Technology's connection to Italy, with the Boise-founded Fortune 500 company now operating three sites in Italy employing over 400 workers

  • Notes the 2025 establishment of the Honorary Consulate of Italy in Boise, serving Idaho and Montana, to facilitate tourism, trade, cultural events, and university partnerships

  • Formally supports strengthening ties between Idaho and Italy

Legislative Description

States findings of the Senate, recognizes the importance of Italy as a trade partner with Idaho, and supports the strengthening of ties between Idaho and Italy.

ITALY

Last Action

Retained on calendar

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary and Rules3/2/2026

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