H 719 Idaho House · 68th Legislature, 2nd Regular Session (2026)

CAMPAIGN FINANCE – Amends existing law to prohibit certain out-of-state persons from making campaign contributions or independent expenditures.

Idaho's H 719 prohibits out-of-state individuals and entities from making campaign contributions or independent expenditures (like campaign ads) in Idaho elections. It specifically targets people who aren't Idaho residents (requiring 30 days of residency) or organizations based in other states without an Idaho office. Violations exceeding $1,000 in a year or repeated offenses within 10 years are punishable as felonies. The bill aims to restrict outside influence in Idaho elections by clarifying and expanding existing campaign finance rules.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 17, 2026 Last action Feb 18, 2026
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Feb 18, 2026
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Reported Printed and Referred to State Affairs
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Feb 17, 2026
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