House Concurrent Resolution No. 4, introduced by the Ways and Means Committee, addresses the compensation of Idaho's legislative members as determined by the Citizens' Committee on Legislative Compensation. The resolution notes that the committee has approved a base salary of $25,000 per year for legislators from December 1, 2024, to November 30, 2026, which represents a 26% increase from the previous salary of $19,913. This increase aims to align legislative compensation more closely with that of other state employees, as legislative salaries have lagged behind increases in compensation for judges and constitutional officers since 2005. The resolution also highlights that Idaho's legislators do not receive additional compensation for interim meetings or special sessions, and they have fewer support staff compared to other western states.

The resolution further provides that individual legislators who feel their compensation is excessive may voluntarily donate all or a portion of their salary to the Tax Relief Fund, as established in Idaho Code. This option allows legislators to contribute back to the taxpayers of Idaho, reflecting a commitment to fiscal responsibility and responsiveness to public sentiment regarding legislative pay. The resolution underscores the constitutional authority of the Citizens' Committee to set compensation while also acknowledging the concerns of some legislators regarding the appropriateness of the salary increase.