During the Idaho Legislature's Special Session, House Bill 006 was passed and signed into law by Governor Brad Little. HB06 weakens liability for actions that lead to COVID-19 exposure and any consequences of exposure. This immunity from liability includes private businesses, schools and senior living facilities, among other entities.

The ability for Idahoans to sue, even when harmed by grossly negligent conduct has been stripped. This is especially concerning for our elders living in assisted living facilities.  There was little thought or empathy provided for the predicament teachers are being put in and no admittance of the lack of continuity across the state when it comes to navigating the pandemic for the collective good.