HJR 8 Idaho House · 68th Legislature, 2nd Regular Session (2026)

PUBLIC LANDS – Proposes an amendment to the state constitution regarding state-owned lands.

This proposed constitutional amendment would change how Idaho manages state-owned lands by prioritizing revenue-generating activities (like leasing or timber sales) before public access for recreation, hunting, and fishing. It requires that any state land sale must meet or exceed appraised value, limits annual land sales to 100 parcels (each max 320 acres), and creates a dedicated fund to maintain public lands using revenue from these activities. The amendment affects state land management practices, public access rights, and future land transactions. It requires voter approval at the next general election to take effect.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
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Governor
Introduced Feb 4, 2026 Last action Feb 5, 2026
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Feb 5, 2026
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Reported Printed and Referred to State Affairs
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Feb 4, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, read first time, referred to JRA for Printing
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