Idaho Bills

This bill expands Medicaid eligibility in Idaho to include adults under 65 with incomes at or below 133% of the federal poverty level who currently lack other coverage. It requires the state to submit necessary plan amendments to the federal government within 90 days and ensures eligibility is not delayed while waiting for federal approval. The legislation includes provisions to maintain federal funding levels and requires a review of the program if federal support decreases, while also mandating community engagement requirements by December 2026 before enrollment becomes effective.

This bill updates Idaho campaign finance rules by clarifying the responsibilities of political treasurers for candidates and political committees. It requires treasurers to maintain separate checking accounts for campaign funds, keep detailed records of contributions and expenditures within seven days, and file all required reports. The legislation also specifies that campaign funds can only be invested in low-risk cash equivalents like certificates of deposit and must be preserved for at least one year after an election. These changes apply to all candidates and political committees subject to Idaho's campaign reporting requirements and take effect on July 1, 2026.

This bill updates Idaho's tobacco laws to clarify definitions and regulations for the sale of cigars and related products. It establishes new categories for businesses, such as mobile cigar retailers and designated cigar gardens for events, and expands the definition of tobacco products to include various accessories and electronic smoking devices. The legislation also revises rules for how permits are issued, how vendors assist customers during sales, and how opened packages and samples are handled. These changes apply to retailers, distributors, and event organizers who sell or distribute tobacco products in Idaho.

This bill reorganizes Idaho's denturist licensure laws by consolidating existing provisions into a new chapter and updating the state Board of Dentistry's structure and authority. It establishes a nine-member board with specific representation from dentists, dental hygienists, licensed denturists, and public consumers, all appointed by the governor. The legislation outlines the board's powers to oversee licensing, conduct examinations, inspect offices, investigate complaints, and enforce disciplinary actions against practitioners. Additionally, it creates a new chapter defining denturist requirements, application procedures, fees, and rules for license renewal or revocation.

This bill amends Idaho state law to revise the structure, duties, and funding rules for the Idaho Digital Learning Academy, a public school-choice program that offers online courses to students. It establishes the Academy as a distinct governmental entity rather than a state department, outlines the responsibilities of its Board of Directors, and sets specific requirements for course offerings, staffing, and accreditation. Key provisions include limiting administrative staff to 30% of the budget, exempting teachers from certain employment classifications, defining course fees with a $40 cap for graduation-required classes, and allowing the Academy to contract with service providers for 24/7 online course delivery. The legislation also clarifies definitions for terms like "host district" and "custom section," while declaring an emergency to ensure immediate implementation of these changes.

This bill amends Idaho law to clarify how school districts must use state funds designated for school facilities, requiring money to be spent on construction, renovation, maintenance, and security rather than athletic facilities. It establishes a nine-member Model School Facility Council to develop a standardized plan for school building design and construction that districts must follow when using these funds. The council will be appointed by state officials and must submit its plan to the legislature by July 2027, while districts must annually report on how they spend the allocated money.

This bill updates how money collected from Idaho's liquor sales is distributed to various state funds and local governments. It adjusts the percentages of funds allocated to counties, cities, and specific programs like law enforcement, substance abuse treatment, and education over a multi-year period starting in fiscal year 2018. The changes gradually shift more funding toward local governments while maintaining set amounts for state agencies and court-related services. The bill also corrects a code reference error and establishes minimum funding levels to protect historical distribution amounts from 1981.

This bill allows fire protection and ambulance service districts in Idaho to use citizen initiative petitions to raise or lower their property tax budgets, giving residents a direct vote on these financial decisions. It establishes specific procedures for these initiatives, including requiring signatures from at least 20% of qualified voters in the district and setting deadlines for petition submission and verification. The bill also updates existing budget limit rules for these districts, allowing them to calculate budget requests differently than other taxing entities, particularly regarding growth factors and annexed property values.

This Idaho bill updates state laws to clarify definitions and strengthen protections against material harmful to minors. It directly affects individuals who distribute, sell, or provide explicit content to people under 18, as well as schools and public libraries. The legislation establishes specific definitions for terms like "minor," "nudity," and "sexual conduct," while prohibiting the promotion or distribution of sexually explicit materials to adolescents. Schools and libraries are explicitly barred from giving or making available such harmful material to minors. The law classifies violations as misdemeanors punishable by up to one year in jail or a fine of $1,000.

This bill updates Idaho's state procurement laws by clarifying definitions, revising the roles of purchasing officials, and modifying how contracts are awarded and managed. It directly affects state agencies, the Division of Purchasing, and vendors who sell goods or services to the state government. Key changes include new definitions for terms like "multiple-award contracts" and "environmental, social, and governance standards," a preference for recycled paper products, and stricter rules against frivolous challenges to procurement decisions. The bill also adjusts provisions related to vendor disqualification, ethics requirements, and the process for appealing contract awards.

This bill allocates $235,800 in state funds to the Office of the Secretary of State for fiscal year 2027, covering personnel costs and operating expenses. The money comes from the General Fund and is designated for use between July 1, 2026, and June 30, 2027. The legislation includes an emergency clause to allow immediate implementation of the funding on the specified date. This appropriation directly supports the operational budget of the Secretary of State's office without changing existing laws or responsibilities.

This bill directs $5 million from the Idaho High Needs Student Fund to the Public Schools Educational Support Program's Division of Student Support for fiscal year 2027 to help fund student support services. It also transfers $1 million from the Idaho Career Ready Students Program Fund and $4 million from the Driver Training Account into the Idaho High Needs Student Fund to provide the necessary money for this appropriation. The legislation clarifies the funding source for these expenditures and sets the effective date as July 1, 2026, with an emergency declaration to ensure immediate implementation.