HUMAN RIGHTS FACTS Idaho's anti-malicious harassment laws are recognized as some of the toughest in the nation. Various officials have been invited by communities throughout the U.S. to help train others about Idaho's "zero tolerance" methods for dealing with extremist behavior. The Idaho Human Rights Commission was created in 1969. Today, Idaho has 114 human rights groups located in 25 cities throughout the state. These groups far outnumber extremist groups and provide local communities with information about discrimination and the law as well as technical assistance to help parties resolve disputes peacefully. Idaho has an excellent record in crime control and civil rights promotion. Idaho's crime rate is the second lowest in the West, and in 1996, crime decreased nine percent. Idahoans were heavily involved in organizational efforts leading to the creation of the Northwest Coalition Against Malicious Harassment. The six-state coalition was specifically formed to address the problem and threat of malicious harassment and violence. Since its inception, a representative from the Governor's office has sat on the board of this important organization. In 1995, more than 47,000 people attended the international Anne Frank Exhibit during the month it was at the Idaho State Historical Museum. Idaho's economy is strong. Our unemployment rate continues to rank below the national average. High-tech employment has increased a dramatic 71%. Idaho's personal income growth leads the nation. State exports have soared 228% since 1987. Our non-farm employment growth was eighth in the nation in 1996 and ranked third in the nation between 1986 and 1996.