IdahoH 08932026 regular legislative sessionHouseWALLET

CODIFIER’S CORRECTIONS – Amends existing law to make codifier’s corrections.

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Bill Overview

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13 provisions identified: 5 benefits, 4 costs, 4 mixed.

Public health isolation and quarantine powers

The health director can order isolation, quarantine, or restricted access to contain disease or chemical, nuclear, or biological threats. These powers protect the public during outbreaks and emergencies. Anyone can ask a court to review an order, and a hearing happens within three business days. Violating an order is a misdemeanor.

Fines for illegal drug advertisements

It is a misdemeanor to run commercial ads in Idaho for marijuana, narcotics, or other illegal psychoactive drugs that are illegal here and where supplied. The fine is $500 per violation, and each day is a separate offense.

Stronger daycare rules and faster licensing

Daycare providers must meet clearer safety and licensing rules. The department issues a basic license within 60 days of a complete application, and the license lasts two years. Owners get a renewal form at least 90 days before expiration and can keep operating if they file renewal, pay the fee, and submit required criminal history checks on time. Providers must keep children within sight or normal hearing, and background checks for workers under 18 include juvenile records with parent or guardian consent. A family daycare home has 6 or fewer children, a center has 13 or more, and the state keeps a public list of licensed daycares.

State cybersecurity: MFA and background checks

All state agencies must use multifactor sign‑in to access email, cloud tools, networks, and servers. The IT office can require fingerprint‑based criminal history checks for job applicants and contractors in listed IT roles who serve external state agency customers. These steps improve security but add new screening and access steps for workers and vendors.

Live virtual re-inspections now allowed

Inspectors can do live virtual re‑inspections instead of coming on site. They must verify the address or physical location each time. Virtual re‑inspections are not allowed for structural checks on buildings three stories or taller.

Longer leases on some state lands

Idaho allows longer leases on some state lands. Most leases are capped at 20 years, but terms can be up to 25 years for public entities, 35 years for residential on endowment lands, 40 years for grazing, and 49 years for commercial on endowment lands. For leases over 20 years (except grazing), the board consults county commissioners and holds a local hearing.

Sales tax break for very small sellers

If you are an Idaho resident selling tangible goods and your sales are $5,000 or less this year or last, you do not collect state sales or use tax. This does not cover motor vehicles, boats, alcohol, tobacco, or items you bought to resell. If your sales go over $5,000, you must get a temporary seller’s permit within 30 days. Keep records for four years if sales exceed $3,000 in a year. You still file any required income taxes.

America250 fund and advisory committee

Idaho creates the America250 fund to support the 250th anniversary. It can receive remaining 2024 appropriations, gifts, grants, and donations. A seven‑member committee approves spending and tracks money. Any unused funds on June 30, 2027 move to the general fund.

Kidnapping laws clarified and strengthened

Idaho updates kidnapping laws. It clearly covers seizing, detaining, transporting, or concealing a child under 16 from a custodial parent. Cases not covered by specific rules are treated as second‑degree kidnapping.

Vehicle registration rules and annual fees

You must register your vehicle before driving on Idaho highways. Commercial vehicles over 26,000 lbs and farm or noncommercial vehicles over 60,000 lbs register through the state. Annual fees: pickups ≤8,000 lbs pay $69 (1–2 years old), $57 (3–6), or $45 (7+); school buses pay $24; motorcycles pay $19. You can add a state parks passport for $10 for one year or $20 for two. Registration fees are nonrefundable.

Drinking water lab certification and fees

Labs that test drinking water for compliance must get certified each year. In‑state chemistry costs $100 per discipline plus $20 per analyte; out‑of‑state chemistry costs $200 per discipline plus $20 per analyte. In‑state microbiology costs $150; out‑of‑state microbiology costs $300. Renewals and changes are due at least 30 days before the certificate expires.

Stricter steps to launch special plates

To launch a new special license plate, sponsors must prequalify. They deposit estimated programming and admin costs, pay a nonrefundable $1,000 fee, submit a design, and list 250 Idaho applicants who will buy it. An annual report is due by December 1 or sales stop January 1. Appeals of denials go to the department director within 20 days.

New rules for assisted living operators

Every assisted living or residential care home is licensed, and its administrator holds a state license. An administrator may delegate daily work and oversee up to three facilities. New owners or conversions must get a license before opening. The fire life‑safety inspection occurs within 180 days after the license is issued. Minor ownership changes must be reported within 60 days.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

STATE AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
Affiliation unavailable

Cosponsors

Ben Toews
Republican • Senate

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 34 • No: 0

House vote • 3/26/2026

House Floor Vote