Lawmakers in Idaho's statehouse are advancing a proposal that would grant the governor the power to veto voter-approved ballot initiatives.The sp

State lawmakers on Wednesday introduced a bill that would let the Idaho governor veto laws passed directly by voters. The bill by Rep. Bruce Skaug, R-Nampa, would let the governor veto successful ballot initiatives — similar to how the governor can veto laws passed by the Idaho House and Senate.

The proposals would make it harder for residents to get something on the ballot, a longtime Republican goal. The governor would have new veto authority.

Reclaim Idaho supporters gather at the Idaho State Capitol. Signatures in support of the Quality Education Act fill the backpacks; they were later delivered to the Secretary of State. Idaho Republicans once again have the ballot initiative process in their crosshairs this legislative session.