The Idaho legislature has a very mild form of hazing. No wedgies, no dunking anyone in anything. We keep a good distance in fact and, from the comfort of our seats on the floor, just vote a Freshman legislator’s first bill down. Of course we wait until the speaker says "Does anyone whish to change their vote?" and we do change our votes. You might call it a charming rite of passage. Even after the years and long ranks of new law makers, it seems to make us laugh every time. Today, to set up Rep. Thomas from Emmett, there was some debate about what the meaning of "is" is in the bill she presented. If you watch on IPTV live at 11ish each day you’ll see our antics. We are typically as lively as slime mold but on occasion get moving. This is the time of year where we are actually beginning to debate issues so it might be worthwhile.
IPTV Live aprox 11 AM, Mon-Fri House and Senate. The schedule will vary more and provide for longer debate as the session progresses. http://www.idahoptv.org/leglive/