Rent in Idaho is projected to increase by 20.3% this year, significantly higher than the national average of 4.8%. A Boise State study reveals over 70% of renters are concerned about affording rent. A proposed bill in the Idaho Legislature aims to regulate application fees, allowing only two households to be charged at a time, but faces criticism for potential government overreach. The bill's future is uncertain as it moves to the amending order, where many proposals often fail.
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