Summary
Boise city officials found a way to follow Idaho's ban on flying pride flags at government buildings and schools. They wrapped flagpoles with colors from the LGBTQ+ flag, which they say does not break the law because these are not traditional flags.
Key Facts
- Idaho, as of 2025, prohibits LGBTQ+ flags from being displayed at government buildings and schools.
- Boise officials used flagpole wraps in LGBTQ+ colors, claiming compliance with the law since they are not flags.
- Boise Mayor Lauren McLean and the City Council revealed the flagpole wraps as a way to celebrate diversity.
- The wrapping of flagpoles reportedly cost the city close to $6,000 from its existing operating budget.
- Idaho state lawmaker Ted Hill, who sponsored the flag ban, expressed no intent to create new laws against Boise's decision.
- The public reaction was mixed, with some praising the act and others criticizing the use of taxpayer money.
