If you don’t make it in time to do a virtual testimony – be sure to email the committee your comments and concerns. Here’s the link to the committee members to email them your concerns:
Message from Health Freedom Idaho Executive Director, Miste Karlfeldt:
I called the secretary of the committee because I found the description to be vague. He sent me the talking points that were sent to the other speakers. He mentioned that the sheriff’s office will be speaking regarding liability. This is very important for defending the republic and our voices MUST be heard.
1.) We must not allow the government to compel behavior through fear. If only the businesses who follow the direction of the government have some kind of protection from liability it exposes small businesses that don’t want to follow the government’s edict to lawsuits. This will effectively do away with businesses that do not want to do the bidding of the government. This is not about protecting small businesses it Is about compelling behavior of the businesses.
Said another way, a statute that protects businesses from liability only IF they comply with government orders is using society to control and exclude those who choose another path. Just as with the mask mandates, any government entity can “order” businesses to require proof of vaccination with a coronavirus vaccine in order to enter their business and there will be nothing we can do about it. And even if you are injured or killed by this brand new, experimental vaccine. COVID vaccine manufacturers and those who administer them are LIABILITY FREE. That’s right, you are on your own if you have an adverse reaction.
comments made in Special Session August 2020.
2.) There would be no way to prove in court where you contracted a virus. Liability protection is completely unnecessary and a waste of the state’s time and resources.
3.) If made a permanent fixture in code, are they going to have a new bill for every single virus? This does not make sense.
You can testify in person or online at 2 pm. They expect this will be highly contentious as it was during the special session so be sure to reserve your time to speak. Click on “Register To Testify” if you wish to testify via zoom.
Activism is most effective when it includes persistent, committed efforts by knowledgeable engaged citizens. Most people have a very specific vision of what it means to be an activist. They may envision protests, sit-ins, or demonstrations. This “old school” version of activism is being transformed and enhanced by technology, globalization, and the ever-increasing accessibility of information. Were you an activist in your former state? While our states have similar structures each state has its own unique legislative environment and likely requires a different approach to affect change. Understanding the processes and procedures will help you become effective in protecting your liberty.
Activism 101: with Senator Christy Zito, Representative Heather Scott, IFAA Executive Director Greg Pruitt | Hosted by Executive Directors Miste Karlfeldt & Sarah Clendenon
Let your activism become part of your political participation. While you advocate for an issue be sure to hold your representatives accountable to listen to your opinion. Ensure your elected officials are representing you by voting for candidates that stand up for what you believe in. Learn more about how to make this possible with our virtual Activism 101 class.
HFI Day at the Capitol guided tours January 18, 2021 1:30 pm, 3:00 pm
Join the p.m. Tours hosted by Health Freedom Idaho. Meet HFI leaders on the first floor main Rotunda (center of the building). Get a feel for where the committee hearing rooms are and ask all your questions about the bill process!
This is another great opportunity to meet like-minded liberty-loving friends, tour the state Capitol to know where you need to go during sessions, and learn/reacquaint yourself with the Idaho government (government 101 class!). If you are new to Idaho, this is also the perfect opportunity for you to connect and learn! This event is kid-friendly and many homeschool parents have found this event to be very informative in the past!
We all know that the end game of the pandemic is global vaccination. We were promised that by our Governor at the very onset of his take over of the Government and shut down of the state. Members of Health Freedom Idaho are invited to join and participate in a live discussion of health freedom in Idaho.
Jan 14 @ 7 pm Live ONLINE
MEMBERS WILL RECEIVE A SPECIAL INVITE BY EMAIL! Look for it on Friday night!
Idaho’s Legislative Sessions run from approximately January – April. As an active citizen in maintaining our government, there will be many times during the session that bills will come across that will need your attention. Our CALLS TO ACTION requests that your email and call the Legislators to let them know your stance on a bill.
You have 2 Representatives and 1 Senator. If you know your district, you can find their complete contact information at the Idaho Legislature Website here. If you don’t know your district you can look that up by address here.
Here are the EMAIL CONTACTS for the Legislative Session in 2021. Keep these email links handy! They will use a LOT this session!
Do you know who is representing your family? Check out their campaign websites to see where they stand on issues that concern you. For much of the year the Legislators will be in their hometown (unless campaigning) until the beginning of the Legislative session in January. They will have more time to meet with you before the session starts. Then many stay in Boise during our 4-month Legislative session and are very busy at that time.
During the legislative session, HFI will send Action Alerts requesting you contact your representative on proposed legislation. This will often involve a quick phone call or simple email. This shouldn’t be the only time you are in contact with your legislator.
Taking time to develop a relationship with your elected official off-season will allow you to develop an open line of communication based on mutual respect.
Letters
Personal letters that state your views on how the proposed legislation will affect your profession, family, or community are the individual’s basic communications tools. Timing of such communication is vital. The Legislative session begins in January for four months. Click here for more hints on effective written communications.
E-mails
When speed is desirable because of imminent action on a piece of legislation, emails may be sent to a legislator. Tips to emailing the Idaho Legislator. We include copy-paste lists for ease of use.
Telephone Calls
Several hints for phone contact with your legislator can be found in the “How To Phone” your legislator document. In addition, here are a few quick notes to keep in mind. This form of communication is particularly effective when the person making the call worked in the campaign of the legislator or has established a personal relationship with the legislator. Direct contact with the legislator is not always possible, but messages can be left with aides or secretaries. It would not be appropriate to use this communication method exclusively.
Check out our ACTIVISM 101 Class click the picture to learn more!
During Legislative Sessions Only (approximately January – March) these E-mail addresses will give you access to the senators. *Keep in mind most don’t check these email accounts outside of session. If you know your district you can find their complete contact information at the Idaho Legislature Website here. If you don’t know your district you can look that up by address here.
When they are voting on a bill of importance it’s critical that you send your correspondence to ALL the legislators. Sometimes you will only be communicating with those on a specific committee that is voting upon a bill. (Find Health Committee email lists here). Other times you will want to communicate with your personal representatives to let them know how you want them to represent you simply look up your district and find your 2 representatives and 1 senator.
SUBJECT LINE – EASY TO IDENTIFY TOPIC/BILL Your subject line should reflect the bill number and your preferred vote (Vote Yes or Vote No). At the very least they will be able to track the correspondence of citizens in favor or opposed to the legislation.
BODY OF THE EMAIL – EASY TO READ Use bullet points to summarize your reasons. Make it easy for them to scan the main points. If the bill has a direct impact on your family and community make those points concisely.
Try to avoid having attachments to your email these tend to get filtered out and put in the spam folder. If you have hard copies that need to be seen by the legislator those should be sent by regular mail.
SIGNATURE – IDENTIFY YOURSELF If you are in their district, they represent you directly and should know. You don’t have to include a complete mailing address or phone number.
Using these email groups helps your communication to go to the Senators instead of into their spam folder.
Reaching out to our legislators is critical as they go to vote on bills this session. Here is an easy-to-cut and paste list for our representatives. Due to spam filters that the Capitol has, we have to send our emails out in a group of a dozen or fewer names. Copy and paste your email and send the same email to ALL the legislators in EACH group.
During Legislative Sessions Only (approximately January – March) these E-mail addresses will give you access to your representatives. *Keep in mind most don’t check these email accounts outside of session. If you know your district you can find their complete contact information at the Idaho Legislature Website here. If you don’t know your district you can look that up by address here.
SUBJECT LINE – EASY TO IDENTIFY TOPIC/BILL Your subject line should reflect the bill number and your preferred vote (Vote Yes or Vote No). At the very least they will be able to track the correspondence of citizens in favor or opposed to the legislation.
BODY OF THE EMAIL – EASY TO READ Use bullet points to summarize your reasons. Make it easy for them to scan the main points. If the bill has a direct impact on your family and community make those points concisely.
Try to avoid having attachments to your email these tend to get filtered out and put in the spam folder. If you have hard copies that need to be seen by the legislator those should be sent by regular mail.
SIGNATURE – IDENTIFY YOURSELF If you are in their district, they represent you directly and should know. You don’t have to include a complete mailing address or phone number.
The burning question: How do we reconcile private property rights and civil liberties?
On any given day at any given moment, I can debate both sides of this argument. I have been driving myself batty debating myself in my brain. I decided to reach out to a few friends for a healthy discussion on this topic, hoping to find some peace by planting my feet firmly on principle. After these discussions and considering their points, I found that it sounded much like the debate I was already having with myself.
I’ll share these points with you and then tell you where I finally ended up and why I feel more passionate than ever that we can both support small businesses and also stand tall in the freedom of our civil liberties.
Private Property Rights
Remember the baker who didn’t want to bake a wedding cake for a lesbian couple? Patriots were frustrated by the supreme court ruling. They believed that business owners should be able to refuse service. If we stand on the liberty that private property rights support, then the same thing can be said for business owners requiring masks.
Some business owners see an unmasked face as a threat to their business and customers, and while some may not agree that a “bare face” is a threat, the business owner’s rights to protect their business should not be denied.
My question became, “Do private property rights usurp my religious freedom and right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness?”
As a Christian, I believe the Bible when it says that I am made in the image of God. Given that, I believe it is my religious right to shine that image to the world. I believe that He breathed the breath of life into humanity which should not be hindered.
I certainly would not feel happy nor free to wear a mask, which science shows me is detrimental to my health. I have a vascular, autoimmune disease, so it is definitely not in my best interest to breathe in my own pathogens and carbon dioxide.
This condition leads me to research public places of accommodation. A public place of accommodation is a place that offers goods and services to the general public, such as a restaurant that is open to the public. Federal and state laws protect designated groups from discrimination in places of public accommodations, based on the premise that everyone is entitled to enjoy the public accommodation’s goods and services on an equal basis. https://civilrights.findlaw.com/civil-rights-overview/public accommodations-equal-rights.html
If a public place of accommodation can not discriminate, are they discriminating against me if I don’t want to wear a mask?
With the CDC, FDA, ADA, and OSHA coming together in unison where does that leave civil liberties?
The sooner we stop relying on the government to ‘give us our rights‘, the sooner we will know what it is like to be free. When you give up your liberties to the government, they always come back to you in a smaller package and eventually will be taken from you. Stop giving them up in the first place, and maybe we can avoid these debacles.
So how did I finally reconcile that businesses should stand up for their private property rights while those of us who want to live mask free stand up for our civil liberties?
As I drilled down to the heart of our current problem, it became clear who is at fault for this frustration in our free market. Did we ever see business owners force mask-wearing during flu season, for example? No! That’s because they want to stay open, make a living, and feed their families like the rest of us.
Our elected government has interfered with private property rights and has ultimately driven a shaft into the spokes of the wheels of capitalism. The globalist’s best dream would be for the private citizen to turn against small businesses and further assault their private property rights by attacking them for following the government’s unconstitutional edicts.
In my opinion, it is better to support the small business owner by educating them about their rights and standing with them when the “mask police” come knocking. We can use the sad and limping remainder of our free market to push back on this global reset by locking arms with fellow liberty-loving business owners by purchasing their goods and services.
At the same time, we must hold our elected accountable.
The governor declared the state of emergency when the numbers clearly show there is no pandemic. Let’s not forget that he has the ability to rescind the state of emergency.
The legislature should hold him accountable for spending money he does not have the right to spend, and for creating a law he had no right to create. He should be impeached, which they can do by passing Articles of Impeachment. The legislature can also cut funding to the board which seems to me like an appropriate request of your representative.
It is our boards of health that have way too much authority given to them in 39-414. HFI will bring a bill this legislative session to give power back to the people, and the citizens must rally in their cry for its hearing and passage.
Educate and SUPPORT Small Business
They also have the comfort of knowing they can defy the orders and afford to pay any fines that come their way while the small businesses can not. It’s the small business owners who are desperate to keep their doors open that need education and support. In my opinion, we need to educate, build relationships, and stand with the small business owners while holding the elected accountable. Let’s not forget that it is the elected, beginning with Governor Little declaring the State of Emergency.
Now the district health departments unlawfully create mandates that have created an authoritarian nightmare. It is counterproductive for us to punish the business owner who is desperate to make sure they can feed their families and keep the lights.
Capitalism Works
I witnessed the free market at work on Black Friday. The wineries that I attempted to visit in Garden City required masks and were empty, while Caldwell’s wineries do not require masks and had plenty of business. Guess who got my money?
I made sure to visit three of my favorite wineries in Garden City just so that they had to tell me of their mask policy and deny me entry. I kindly educated them but firmly stood my ground. I want these business owners to feel the sting of losing business and give them a clue as to why their rooms are empty. Maybe they will see that Caldwell wineries are thriving, and if they want to be able to pay their bills they will loosen their mask requirements.
Boise’s streets felt like a ghost town on what should have been one of the biggest shopping days of the year, while the Nampa streets were packed with cars trying to park at the shopping centers. Interestingly enough, shoppers were wearing masks for the most part, but they are still choosing to spend their money in a town that is not requiring them.
I would like to see us continue to support businesses and cities that stand for liberty. Nothing we say will speak as loudly as the dollars we spend. Divide and conquer is a historically effective tactic that I hope we don’t fall prey to. Let’s unite with small businesses who will stand against the authoritarian dictators who wish to restrict them with mandates that will eventually cause them to close their doors.
Let’s financially support small businesses that will defend our civil liberties by purchasing our goods and services through them, giving capitalism a chance to right the wrongs thrust upon us by an overreaching government. Let’s educate the police and ask them to hold to their oath and defend the constitution. Let’s hold our elected accountable and demand change.
Educate our Police, Sheriff and Community
We can also educate our police and sheriff departments. They are supporting only one set of laws, and we the people must educate them.
Many of us have spent time genuinely educating the small businesses that are important to our daily lives. The Target, Walgreens, and Costcos of the world don’t care about our rights. They are happy to participate in the tyranny because they will ultimately benefit as the small businesses crumble under the boot’s weight on their neck.
Idaho Code and Constitutional Guarantees
Pursuant to 46-1008 (2):
“No state of disaster emergency may continue for longer than thirty (30) days unless the governor finds that it should be continued for another thirty (30) days or any part thereof. “
The Governor has written extensions to the State of Emergency for 9 months, far longer than the statutorily allowable 60 days. Does this make all orders based on an ’emergency’ void after the 60th day?
The Idaho Constitution details certain human rights, which are protected in our Republic:
INALIENABLE RIGHTS OF MAN. All men are by nature free and equal and have certain inalienable rights, among which are enjoying and defending life and liberty; acquiring, possessing, and protecting property; pursuing happiness, and securing safety.
POLITICAL POWER INHERENT IN THE PEOPLE. All political power is inherent in the people. Government is instituted for their equal protection and benefit…
GUARANTY OF RELIGIOUS LIBERTY. The exercise and enjoyment of religious faith and worship shall forever be guaranteed; and no person shall be denied any civil or political right, privilege, or capacity on account of his religious opinions….. No person shall be required to attend or support any ministry or place of worship, religious sect or denomination, or pay tithes against his consent; nor shall any preference be given by law to any religious denomination or mode of worship…
RIGHT OF ASSEMBLY. The people shall have the right to assemble in a peaceable manner, to consult for their common good; to instruct their representatives, and to petition the legislature for the redress of grievances.
UNREASONABLE SEARCHES AND SEIZURES PROHIBITED. The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects against unreasonable searches and seizures shall not be violated…
RESERVED RIGHTS NOT IMPAIRED. This enumeration of rights shall not be construed to impair or deny other rights retained by the people.
Idaho Code 39-9003 Health Freedom Act:
(2) It is hereby declared that the public policy of the state of Idaho, consistent with our constitutionally recognized and inalienable rights of liberty, is that every person within the state of Idaho is and shall be free to choose or decline to choose any mode of securing health care services without penalty or threat of penalty.
(3) The policy stated herein shall not be applied to impair any right of contract related to the provision of health care services to any person or group.
Idaho Code 39-9004:
ENFORCEMENT.(1) No public official, employee, or agent of the state of Idaho or any of its political subdivisions, shall act to impose, collect, enforce, or effectuate any penalty in the state of Idaho that violates the public policy set forth in section 39-9003(2), Idaho Code.The attorney general shall take such action as is provided in section 67-1401(15), Idaho Code, in the defense or prosecution of rights protected under this act.
On Wednesday the Department of Defense released the first images of a COVID-19 vaccination record card as well as vaccination kits, according to CNN.
“Everyone will be issued a written card that they can put in their wallet that will tell them what they had and when their next dose is due,” says Dr. Kelly Moore, associate director of the Immunization Action Coalition.
“Let’s do the simple, easy thing first. Everyone’s going to get that.”
What’s more, vaccination clinics will also report to their state immunization registries which vaccine was given so that third parties can verify one’s vaccination status regardless of what their card says (or if they’ve lost it).
Moore said many places are planning to ask patients to voluntarily provide a cell phone number, so they can get a text message telling them when and where their next dose is scheduled to be administered.
Every dose administered will be reported to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, said Claire Hannan, executive director of the Association of Immunization Managers. –CNN
The DoD also released information on vaccine kits, which include a card, needle, syringe, alcohol wipes and a mask. There are approximately 100 million such kits ready to go as soon as ‘the’ vaccine(s) is(are) chosen, according to Operation Warp Speed CEO, Gen. Gustave Perna.
Idaho has already coordinated plans to use the IRIS tracking system that is in place to track the vaccines of the residents of the state. The system is primarily used for school and daycare vaccine tracking. Your child’s private medical records are maintained and accessible to various departments of the state. You have to request an OPT OUT in order to protect your child’s medical records. SEE https://hfi.designbyparrish.com/iris-opt-out/
“Even before Covid-19, a variety of companies and nonprofits had been promoting the benefits of digital and biometric IDs. The need for a speedy and comprehensive vaccination campaign has further emboldened them, to the point that privacy and data security campaigners are increasingly discomfited. In May, after the executive director of ID2020, a sprawling alliance of organizations pushing for digital IDs, wrote a white paper calling for electronic “immunity certificates” for Covid-19, one of the group’s advisers quit, writing in her resignation email that the alliance just wanted to “promote decentralized identity solutions at all costs.”
Does this concern you? Do you see any problem with it? Let us know in the comments below.
Representative Heather Scott and Senator-elect Christy Zito (who previous served in the House for 2 terms) share some insights on how to effectively communicate with legislators. They point out that the influences at the Capitol come from all sides, but the people who elected them SHOULD hold the highest influence. This isn’t always the case with all legislators.
This insightful interview gets to the nitty gritty of communication with legislators in and out of session. They draw on years of experience dealing with the peer pressure and media bias against liberty minded legislators.
Be sure to take a listen!
Keypoints:
Identify yourself as a constituent. Legislators are much more receptive once they know they’re talking to a constituent (not to mention, a voter).
Voice your position. After identifying yourself as a constituent, begin with a short explanation about why you personally support or oppose a certain issue. You may want to include how this affects your family, community and the local economy.
Know the issue. Legislators are often concerned with multiple issues, so make your call count by providing information sourced from sound, scientific research, -be their expert! A quick and factual message will demonstrate to your legislators that you are a well-informed constituent who means business.
Always say thank you. Legislators’ offices hear complaints all the time, and just like anyone else, they feel rewarded when their actions are appreciated. Thank you notes are also a great way to keep your issue at top-of-mind.
How does the Legislative Process work in Idaho? In 15 minutes, Executive Director Sarah Clendenon breaks it down in this episode of activism 101.
The process through which a bill becomes law occurs in several stages in both houses, but it can start with an idea – from a citizen!
Laws begin as ideas.
A Citizen comes up with the idea for a new law or an amendment to existing law. And finds a Legislator to sponsor the bill.
The bill is then assigned to a committee for study. The bill sponsor must request from the Chairman that the bill be heard.
If released by the committee chairman, the bill is put on a calendar to be voted on, debated, or amended …
Learn more about the process with Executive Director Sarah Clendenon
A bill does not become law until it is passed by the legislature and, in most cases, approved by the executive. Once a bill has been enacted into law, it is called an act of the legislature, or a statute. Bills are introduced in the legislature and are discussed, debated and voted upon.
You can testify in person or online at 2 pm. They expect this will be highly contentious as it was during the special session so be sure to reserve your time to speak. Click on “Register To Testify” if you wish to testify via zoom.
