Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Idaho House Bill HR031

Introduced

3/24/26

Caption

RULE APPROVAL – HOUSE JUDICIARY, RULES, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE – States findings of the Legislature and provides that all temporary and pending rules of the Idaho State Police, the Sexual Offender Management Board, and the Office of Administrative Hearings have been reviewed and approved by the House Judiciary, Rules, and Administration Committee, with exceptions.

Summary

House Resolution No. 31 (HR031) establishes that the House Judiciary, Rules, and Administration Committee has reviewed and approved all temporary and pending rules from the Idaho State Police, the Sexual Offender Management Board, and the Office of Administrative Hearings, with specific exceptions noted. The resolution affirms the legislative oversight of these rules as mandated by Idaho law, particularly Section 67-5291, which requires legislative committees to review rules pertinent to their jurisdiction.

Impact

The passage of HR031 reinforces the legislative review process for administrative rules in Idaho, ensuring that the rules enacted by state agencies are subject to scrutiny by the elected representatives. This bill specifically notes the approval of most rules while highlighting exceptions, which may lead to further discussions or amendments in future sessions regarding those unapproved sections. The bill's approval means that the rules can take effect following the conclusion of the legislative session, thereby impacting the operations of the Idaho State Police and the Sexual Offender Management Board.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HR031 appears overwhelmingly positive, as evidenced by the unanimous vote of 67-0 in favor of the resolution during the House's third reading. This strong support indicates a consensus among representatives regarding the importance of legislative oversight of administrative rules.

Contention

While the bill passed without opposition, there are notable exceptions regarding specific sections of the rules from the Office of Administrative Hearings that were not approved. This could indicate areas of contention that may require further examination or discussion in future legislative sessions, particularly concerning the implications of those unapproved rules.

Latest ID HR031 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

ID HR005

States findings of the Legislature and provides that all temporary and pending rules of the Idaho State Police / State Forensic Laboratory, the Idaho State Police / Peace Officer Standards and Training Council, and the Commission of Pardons and Parole have been reviewed and approved by the House Judiciary, Rules, and Administration Committee.

ID HR001

States findings of the Legislature and provides that all temporary and pending rules of the Idaho State Tax Commission have been reviewed and approved by the House Revenue and Taxation Committee.

ID SR108

States findings of the Legislature and provides that all temporary and pending rules of the Idaho State Police / Idaho State Forensic Laboratory, the Idaho State Police / Peace Officer Standards and Training Council, the Division of Veterans Services, and the Commission of Pardons and Parole have been reviewed and approved by the Senate Judiciary and Rules Committee.

ID HR007

States findings of the Legislature and provides that all pending rules of the Idaho Transportation Department have been reviewed and approved by the House Transportation Committee.

ID SR102

States findings of the Legislature and provides that all temporary and pending rules of the Idaho State Tax Commission have been reviewed and approved by the Senate Local Government and Taxation Committee.

ID HR017

States findings of the House of Representatives and provides that all temporary and pending rules of the Idaho State Police, the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses, the Idaho Public Utilities Commission, the Idaho Secretary of State, the Department of Administration, and the Idaho State Lottery have been reviewed and approved by the House State Affairs Committee, with an exception.

ID SR110

States findings of the Legislature and provides that all temporary and pending rules of the State Board of Education and the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation have been reviewed and approved by the Senate Education Committee, with exceptions.

ID SR101

States findings of the Legislature and provides that all temporary and pending rules of the Idaho State Police, the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses, the Idaho Public Utilities Commission, the Idaho Secretary of State, the Department of Administration, and the Idaho State Lottery have been reviewed and approved by the Senate State Affairs Committee, with exceptions.

ID HR016

States findings of the House of Representatives and provides that all temporary and pending rules of the State Board of Education and the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation have been reviewed and approved by the House Education Committee, with exceptions.

ID HR009

States findings of the Legislature and provides that all pending and temporary rules of the Department of Environmental Quality have been reviewed and approved by the House Environment, Energy, and Technology Committee.

Similar Bills

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