H 666 requires new Idaho residents to apply for an Idaho driver's license, register vehicles, and obtain a vehicle title within 30 days of establishing residency. This applies to all individuals who move to Idaho and establish domicile, including those with out-of-state licenses or registrations. The bill amends Idaho Code sections 49-301 (driver's license), 49-401A (vehicle registration), and 49-502 (vehicle title) to set this 30-day deadline. Failure to comply would be considered an infraction under the law.
This bill repeals Chapter 60, Title 67 of the Idaho Code, which established the Idaho Women’s Commission. It eliminates the legal authority and structure of the commission, directly affecting its operations and funding. The repeal takes effect on July 1, 2026, as declared an emergency. This is a procedural change with no new provisions or policy impacts.
H 522 establishes a "drone no-fly zone" around Idaho's correctional facilities, creating a 400-foot restricted airspace above prison grounds. It prohibits drones from operating in this zone for any illegal or dangerous purpose (like spying or smuggling), making violations a misdemeanor punishable by fines of $2,000-$5,000 or up to one year in jail. Correctional facilities and law enforcement may use legal methods - such as jamming or physical capture - to disrupt drones operating "in a nefarious manner" within this zone. The law requires drone operators to know these restrictions, with ignorance not excused as a defense.
Idaho's H 561 revises rules for displaying flags on government property. It specifies which flags governmental entities (like state agencies, counties, and cities) may display - such as the U.S. flag, Idaho flag, military flags, tribal flags, and flags for special occasions - while removing prior restrictions on other flags. Government entities that violate these rules face a $2,000 daily civil penalty. The Attorney General enforces the law, requiring 10 days for correction before penalties apply, and can pursue legal action for ongoing violations.
This bill would amend Idaho law to create an exception for licensed motor vehicle dealers when a manufacturer or distributor owns or operates a dealership. The key provision allows manufacturers or distributors to own or operate dealerships in Idaho without violating existing laws that currently restrict such ownership. This change directly affects vehicle manufacturers, distributors, and licensed dealers in the state by modifying the legal framework around dealership ownership and operations. The bill focuses on updating the Idaho Code to permit this specific business arrangement while maintaining other consumer protection and dealer conduct requirements.
This bill amends Idaho law to update the powers and duties of the Office of Information Technology Services, giving it greater authority to control and coordinate IT equipment purchases across state government departments. The legislation requires the office to conduct technical and financial analyses before approving IT acquisitions, allows for third-party broker assistance under specific ethical guidelines, and exempts smaller purchases under $15,000 from certain procurement rules. Key provisions include mandatory cybersecurity measures like multi-factor authentication for all state systems, requirements for criminal background checks on IT staff in specific roles, and directives to implement cybersecurity training and best practices across all state agencies. The bill also establishes the office's role in overseeing cybersecurity policies, managing federal IT funds, and coordinating public outreach efforts to protect personal information from cyber threats.
This bill appropriates $35.7 million to Idaho's Department of Health and Welfare for public health services in fiscal year 2027, while reducing the budget for laboratory services by $78,400 and cutting three full-time equivalent positions. The funding covers physical health services, immunization programs, and disease prevention efforts including suicide prevention, HIV surveillance, and hepatitis monitoring. The legislation requires the department to submit annual reports by December 31, 2026, detailing outcomes and return on investment for these programs. The bill also mandates a specific report on vaccine utilization rates and cost savings from the Immunization Assessment Fund.
This bill would require Idaho law enforcement agencies to apply for participation in a federal Section 287(g) program that allows local police and sheriff's offices to cooperate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement on immigration enforcement activities. The legislation establishes a new state code section that mandates eligible agencies to seek these agreements, which would enable specially trained local officers to perform specific immigration-related functions like investigating and detaining noncitizens under federal oversight. However, the bill includes exceptions allowing agencies to opt out if they determine such cooperation would hinder their ability to provide other necessary community services, and requires agencies to explain their reasons if they cannot participate or participate fully. The law would take effect on July 1, 2026, and applies to municipal police departments and county sheriff's offices across Idaho.
H 781 amends Idaho Code Section 25-2601 to clarify and expand county commissioners' authority to control agricultural pests. It directly affects county officials by updating the definition of pests to include specific examples like Norway rats, roof rats, and plant disease-causing organisms, alongside existing pests such as coyotes, grasshoppers, and rodents. The bill specifies that commissioners may take necessary actions to protect poultry, livestock, crops, natural grasses, and land from these defined pests on public or private lands. This revision provides clearer guidelines for pest management without creating new programs or funding. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026.
This bill modifies Idaho's state budget rules to clarify how certain unpaid financial obligations, known as executive carry forwards, are handled between fiscal years. It allows specific purchase orders and unprocessed requisitions to carry over to the next fiscal year without requiring additional approval, while also setting a deadline of October 1 for these obligations to be paid or they will revert to their original funding source. The changes primarily affect state agencies and departments responsible for managing budgets and purchasing, ensuring that funds are used efficiently without being reserved across years unless necessary for legitimate accrued costs. Exemptions are included for vocational education reimbursements and major construction contracts, which already have different carry forward procedures.
This bill provides funding for Idaho's Soil and Water Conservation Commission for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, directing money through both the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Water Resources. It reduces the Department of Agriculture's allocation for 2027 while increasing the Department of Water Resources' funding for the same period, with specific amounts designated for personnel, operations, capital outlays, and trustee and benefit payments. The legislation also sets aside $300,000 to distribute equally among the state's 50 soil and water conservation districts and provides an additional $12,900 for the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program. Once signed into law, the bill takes effect on July 1, 2026, with one section becoming effective immediately upon signing.
This bill provides additional funding to Idaho's Department of Agriculture for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, directing money to specific programs like animal industries, plant industries, agricultural inspections, and market development. The legislation allocates approximately $830,000 for operating and capital expenses across various fee-based and grant-funded programs, while also transferring over $1.2 million from the state's General Fund to cover pest control costs for the Plant Industries Program. It includes provisions to reappropriate unused federal grant money for new nonrecurring expenses and sets effective dates for different sections of the funding. The bill was signed into law and establishes an emergency declaration to ensure immediate implementation of the pest control funding.
