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S1178CLOSE VOTE2019 Regular Session

Adds to existing law to provide restrictions regarding the use of exploding targets.

EXPLODING TARGETS -- Adds to existing law to provide restrictions regarding the use of exploding targets.

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The purpose of this legislation is to change Idaho Code prohibiting exploding targets during the designated fire season. Exploding targets refers to a device designed for use as a target consisting of a substance or substances capable of exploding or igniting when struck by a projectile. The use of these devices has caused catastrophic wildfires that have endangered lives, burned hundreds of thousands of acres and cost millions of dollars. This legislation would expand Idaho Code to prohibit exploding targets on any state land, classify the crime as a misdemeanor, and reiterates a judge's discretion for sentencing terms and cost recovery for damages. This legislation does not apply to private property or any public or private shooting range that has a permit or governmental approval.

house Chamber· Mar 26, 2019

House Third Reading

Close vote✗ Failed
33 Yea
35 Nay
2 absentFailed by 2 votes
Republican
19 yea/35 nay
Democrat
14 yea/0 nay
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ABSENT / NOT VOTING (2)

Returned from House Failed; to Secretary of Senate