Idaho bill will likely limit benefits for U.S. citizens, endanger health — not deter immigration

Idaho bill will likely limit benefits for U.S. citizens, endanger health — not deter immigration

Members of the Idaho Legislature listen to the governor give his State of the State address on Jan. 6, 2025, from the House chamber at the Idaho Statehouse in Boise. (Pat Sutphin for the Idaho Capital Sun)When it comes to health, we are all connected. Health policies that impact some can ultimately affect the health of the whole community. House Bill 135, which imposes citizenship verification requirements for certain benefits like immunizations…