Idaho Bills
817 bills · 2026 Regular Session
Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding requirements for open public meetings.
This bill amends Idaho Code § 74-203 to require that all open public meetings of governing bodies must provide an opportunity for public comment, either in person or remotely via telephone, video conferences, or internet-based methods. It sets specific rules for notice of access/comment options, handling disruptions to remote participation, prohibiting advance submission requirements, and ensuring reasonable/timed comment periods (per agenda item or general), while exempting special meetings under § 74-204(2). This bill declares an emergency and takes effect July 1, 2026.
Chris Bruce · HD-023A
Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding wildlife relocation.
This legislation ensures transparency and public participation in the process of transplanting and relocating wildlife. It also protects private property rights by allowing landowners and public lands grazing permittees to be notified of proposed transplant and relocation efforts by the Department of Fish and Game. In the event of a “planned movement” or relocation project, the director would be required to notify county commissioners in the county for which the project is to take place, as well as any affected landowners or public grazing permittees in the area of proposed movement or relocation. Upon written objection by any affected landowners or permittees, the county commission would conduct a hearing and at said hearing the commissioners would vote to approve or reject the planned movement. “Responsive movements”, or relocations of wildlife due to imminent threat to the public or to the wildlife themselves would not be affected by this legislation.
Douglas Pickett · HD-027A
Adds to existing law to establish provisions regarding the use of human fetal tissue in products.
The Human Fetal Tissue Transparency Act protects consumers by ensuring transparency regarding the use of human fetal tissue and biological derivatives in products sold in Idaho. Currently, products containing or developed using human fetal tissue, embryonic cells, or derivative biological matter such as fetal DNA are sold without disclosure, preventing consumers from making fully informed decisions. This bill requires any such products be labeled, including those where testing on the production lot or final product used these materials. By establishing a civil enforcement framework and protecting retailers who act in good faith, this legislation ensures that Idahoans have the transparency they deserve to make purchasing choices that align with their personal, ethical, and moral values.
Ben Toews · SD-004
Amends existing law to prohibit certain in-person instruction in schools on election day.
This legislation clarifies the following when public school buildings are used as polling places to ensure student safety: 1) No in-person student instruction in school district buildings designated as polling locations. 2) In-person instruction may occur in other school district buildings not designated as a polling place. To allow school boards to make necessary adjustments to school schedules, this bill takes effect on January 1, 2028.
Britt Raybould · HD-034B
30 – 4
States findings of the Legislature, supports certain Department of Insurance efforts, and requests federal guidance.
This memorial expresses the Idaho Legislature’s support for the Idaho Department of Insurance and its efforts to address unfair or disruptive market practices and protect Idaho seniors on Medicare. The memorial requests that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) provide clear federal guidance regarding oversight, post-approval market changes, and practices that may affect plan availability, producer compensation, and consumer access during the annual enrollment period. Clear guidance will help protect seniors and other Medicare beneficiaries and promote a stable insurance market.
Ben Fuhriman · HD-030B
Adds to existing law to establish provisions regarding inappropriate online behavior by students and to prescribe a process for student discipline by the school district or public charter school.
This legislation creates a new section in Idaho Code, section 33-512E, to define what constitutes inappropriate online behavior by a student toward a public school employee or other person, and provides for corresponding disciplinary measures.
Jordan Redman · HD-003B
32 – 1
Amends existing law to provide that certain records of the Department of Juvenile Corrections shall be exempt from disclosure.
This legislation amends Idaho Code 74-105 regarding public record exemptions and adds exemptions for safety and security purposes for the Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections.
Erin Bingham · HD-032B
35 – 0
Relates to the appropriation to the Department of Fish and Game for fiscal year 2027.
RS33612 / S1382 This appropriation to the Department of Fish and Game enhancements to the FY 2027 maintenance budget that includes funding for fisheries habitat projects; good neighbor authority projects; inflationary costs at fisheries; temporary employees; wolf depredation response and control; inflation at fisheries facilities; customer communications services; for licenses and support; replacement items; and IT hardware.
Phil Hart · SD-002
32 – 36
Adds to existing law to establish the Restroom Access Act.
To require retail and service establishments in Idaho with employee only restrooms to allow individuals with qualifying medical conditions access to their restrooms.
Jeff Cornilles · HD-012A
Adds to existing law to establish provisions regarding cardiac emergency response plans.
This legislation establishes requirements for public schools to develop and implement a cardiac emergency response program. The bill directs the Idaho Department of Education, in collaboration with school leadership and the Idaho High School Activities Association, to develop guidelines for cardiac emergency response plans. Beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, public school districts and public charter schools are required to adopt a written cardiac emergency response plan, including provisions for the placement, maintenance, and accessibility of automated external defibrillators and training of appropriate staff. Additional venue-specific requirements apply to schools that offer organized athletic programs. The bill also provides civil liability immunity consistent with existing Idaho law.
Josh Wheeler · HD-035B
Relates to the appropriation to the Office of the Attorney General for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
RS33821 / H0951 This bill for the Office of the Attorney General provides an increased appropriation of $980,000 in the Consumer Protection Fund. This appropriation is in addition to the FY 2027 maintenance budget and restores funding on a onetime basis that was previously reduced through the FY 2027 budget rescission. Language included in the bill sets aside existing Idaho Code so that moneys in the Consumer Protection Fund may be used for the furtherance of all the Attorney General's duties and activities under Idaho law, as opposed to only duties and activities that relate to the Consumer Protection Act. This bill also includes an FY 2026 supplemental appropriation of $980,000 in the Consumer Protection Fund, restoring funds on a onetime basis that were previously reduced through the FY 2026 budget rescission.
Chris Bruce · HD-023A
33 – 37
Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding certain placement and movement on the career ladder.
RS33654 / H0849 Under current law, industry professionals entering the K–12 system to teach in Career Technical Education (CTE) programs are placed on the Career Ladder at a level commensurate with their verified years of industry experience. However, once placed, these educators must receive four years of proficient or higher professional evaluations before advancing to the next rung of the Career Ladder. This legislation provides that eligible CTE educators may advance to the next Career Ladder rung after receiving one qualifying year of a proficient or higher professional evaluation. The legislation also extends this same placement and advancement structure to qualified Pupil Service Staff entering the K–12 system from the private sector. Licensed professionals—including, but not limited to, school psychologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, audiologists, school counselors, school social workers, speech language pathologists, and school nurses—will have their verified years of relevant professional experience recognized for initial Career Ladder placement and may advance after one year of a proficient or higher professional evaluation. This change ensures appropriate recognition of experienced professionals entering public education while maintaining accountability through Idaho’s professional evaluation standards.
Shawn Dygert · HD-023B
18 – 14
Adds to existing law to establish provisions regarding unmanned aircraft systems near Department of Correction facilities.
This legislation amends Idaho Code with the addition of a new section 20-251, Idaho Code to define terms and to establish provisions regarding unmanned aircraft near Department of Corrections facilities. Department of Corrections or law enforcement officers may take reasonable measures against unmanned vehicles operating in a nefarious manner in the proximity of restricted airspace within this state. Any person operating within the restricted airspace of a correctional facility will be guilty of a misdemeanor and will be fined a minimum of $2000 to a maximum of $5000 or imprisoned for not more than one year.
Ted Hill · HD-014A
60 – 6
Amends existing law to provide that the State Controller shall publish a list of asset forfeitures and to provide that law enforcement shall report asset forfeiture information to the State Controller.
This bill creates a new duty for the State Controller: to store, maintain, and publish a current list of asset forfeitures. This information is already being documented by law enforcement so now state and local law enforcement agencies will include the state controller’s office when reporting their information to the local prosecutors.
Heather Scott · HD-002A
34 – 0
Amends existing law to allow fire protection districts to enter into certain agreements to transfer territory and to allow certain taxing districts to be exempt from certain budget limitations.
This legislation addresses a current problem for Idaho Fire and Library Districts. This problem occurs when these special districts, with elected Board members, decide to agreeably adjust their boundaries with other neighboring districts. This legislation revises the Idaho tax code provisions to address the application of Idaho annexation code to these adjustments. The consolidation of municipal fire departments with fire districts is also addressed with the appropriate additions and subtractions for the increases and decreases for each entity’s tax base.
Mike Moyle · HD-010A
34 – 0
Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding the form and contents of ballots to be prepared by the Secretary of State.
This legislation amends Idaho Code section 34-903 to revise ballot rotation requirements by applying current candidate name rotation to federal, state, county, and local offices in political entities with more than 25,000 registered voters. It removes the separate voter threshold for other offices and provides a single standard administered by the secretary of state.
Annie Haws · HD-016B
34 – 0
Adds to existing law to provide for state sovereignty, jurisdictional presumption, and a limitation on federal power.
This bill would create a new Idaho law declaring a strong presumption that the state government has jurisdiction over matters occurring within Idaho unless the U.S. Constitution clearly and specifically grants authority to the federal government.
Judy Boyle · HD-009B
31 – 3
Adds to existing law to authorize a sheriff's office to seek reimbursement for costs of recapture.
This legislation adds a new section into Idaho Code 20-629, to authorize a sheriff's office to seek reimbursement for the costs of collecting a prisoner, probationer or parolee from out-of-state. These are individuals who have absconded from the Idaho Department of Correction.
Judy Boyle · HD-009B
66 – 0
Adds to existing law to establish the Virtual Currency Kiosk Fraud Prevention Act.
The purpose of this legislation is to establish a clear regulatory framework for virtual currency kiosks operating within the State of Idaho to enhance consumer protection and prevent financial exploitation. The bill requires kiosk operators to register with the state, provide clear fee and exchange rate disclosures, post fraud warnings, maintain transaction records, and implement reasonable transaction limits and fraud-prevention safeguards. Virtual currency kiosks have increasingly been used in scams targeting Idaho consumers, particularly older adults, due to the rapid and irreversible nature of virtual currency transactions. By creating transparency and accountability requirements, this bill strengthens consumer protections while allowing legitimate virtual currency businesses to operate responsibly within the state. The measure promotes public safety, supports law enforcement investigations, and reduces financial exploitation without prohibiting lawful virtual currency kiosk activity.
Dustin Manwaring · HD-029A
Adds to existing law to require public schools to offer daily recess to students in kindergarten through grade 5 and to encourage public schools to offer unstructured activity breaks for students in grades 6 through 8.
This legislation adds a new section of code to require public schools to provide daily recess for students in kindergarten through grade five and encourage schools to provide unstructured activity breaks for students in grades six through eight. This aligns with extensive evidence that recess is not a luxury but a necessary component of healthy child development including boosting learning, behavior, health and happiness
Jordan Redman · HD-003B
Adds to existing law to provide for regulation of development on religious land.
This legislation permits multifamily and mixed-use housing on religious land and prevents cities from imposing discretionary zoning barriers, excessive dimensional standards, or mandates that deter religious institutions from providing housing to families in accordance with their missions. It establishes ministerial approval procedures and enforcement mechanisms while preserving core health, safety, and infrastructure regulations.
Ben Toews · SD-004
Amends existing law to revise a provision regarding an administrative subpoena.
Idaho Code 19-3004A allows the attorney general or prosecuting attorney to subpoena electronic service providers to determine the identity of a suspect. The subpoena can only ask for identifying information. It cannot ask for the content of any communications. This Amendment adds one new crime: 18-1507C- Visual Representations of the Sexual Abuse of Children. Idaho Code 18-1507C was passed in 2024 and makes it a crime to produce, distribute, receive, possess, or access a visual representation of a child engaging in explicit sexual conduct, including images or video created using artificial intelligence. These subpoenas are a critical tool for law enforcement, including the attorney general's Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. ICAC investigators use the subpoenas to identify suspects who are downloading or uploading child sexual abuse material. This amendment will allow investigators to use subpoenas to investigate AI-generated child sexual abuse material the same way they can now use subpoenas to investigate other forms of child sexual abuse material.
Clay Handy · HD-027B
34 – 0
States findings of the Legislature and expresses support and commendation for the Idaho National Guard.
RS33784 / HCR036 The Idaho National Guard’s current mission supports A-10 Thunderbolt II. The Department of War is planning to modernize the mission to support F-16 Fighting Falcon. This legislation affirms the Idaho State Legislature’s wholehearted support for the Idaho National Guard’s efforts to modernize its force structure, recognizing the importance of both the proposed transition of the Idaho Air National Guard from the A-10 Thunderbolt II to the F-16 Fighting Falcon and the Idaho Army National Guard’s transition from an Armor Brigade Combat Team to a Mobile Brigade Combat Team.
Joe Palmer · HD-020A
States findings of the Senate, recognizes the importance of Italy as a trade partner with Idaho, and supports the strengthening of ties between Idaho and Italy.
This concurrent resolution reaffirms the unique relationship and strong economic ties between the State of Idaho and Italy. This resolution also recognizes the establishment of the new Honorary Consulate of Italy in Idaho.
Kelly Anthon · SD-027
Amends existing law to provide that a single county-wide highway district's service area shall expand to include annexed territory.
This legislation establishes a new provision for single county-wide highway districts. When a city that is included within a single county-wide highway district annexes territory outside of that single county-wide highway district and into an adjoining county, within the state of Idaho, the single county-wide highway district’s service area shall expand to include the annexed area of such city.
Jaron Crane · HD-012B