URBAN AGRICULTURE – Amends existing law to provide a definition for “small-scale livestock”.
This bill defines "small-scale livestock" in Idaho law as owning, caring for, and raising limited numbers of animals (like chickens, rabbits, bees, or goats) for personal use, small production, or education - not for commercial farming. It directly affects urban and suburban residents who keep animals on small properties, clarifying that such activities fall under urban agriculture regulations rather than commercial farming rules. The definition includes specific regulations for sanitation, noise control, and public safety, ensuring consistency in how local governments enforce related ordinances. The bill takes effect July 1, 2025, and does not create new programs or funding.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 6, 2025
Last action Mar 3, 2025
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Committee
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Mar 3, 2025
Committee
Referred to 14th Order for amendment
upper
Feb 27, 2025
Upper · Passed
Reported out of Committee with Do Pass Recommendation; Filed for second reading
upper
Feb 7, 2025
Committee
Reported Printed; referred to Agricultural Affairs
upper
Feb 6, 2025
Introduced
Introduced; read first time; referred to JR for Printing
upper
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