Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Idaho House Bill HR032

Introduced

3/24/26

Caption

RULE APPROVAL – HOUSE BUSINESS COMMITTEE – States findings of the House of Representatives and provides that all temporary and pending rules of the Idaho Department of Insurance and the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses have been reviewed and approved by the House Business Committee, with exceptions.

Summary

House Resolution 32 (HR032) is a legislative measure that states the findings of the House of Representatives regarding the review of temporary and pending rules from the Idaho Department of Insurance and the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses. The resolution confirms that the House Business Committee has reviewed and approved most of these rules, with the exception of one specific rule related to building safety that was not approved. Additionally, it stipulates that a pending rule concerning short-term health insurance coverage will become effective following the conclusion of the legislative session.

Impact

The passage of HR032 will affirm the approval of various temporary and pending rules, thereby allowing them to take effect and ensuring that the regulatory framework governing the Idaho Department of Insurance and the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses remains intact. This resolution impacts the administrative procedures of these departments and ensures compliance with the Idaho Administrative Procedure Act, thereby facilitating the regulation of insurance and professional licensing in the state.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HR032 appears to be overwhelmingly positive, as evidenced by the voting results where it was adopted with a significant majority (68-1-1). The discussions leading up to the vote indicate a general agreement among members of the House regarding the necessity of reviewing and approving these rules, reflecting a collaborative effort to maintain effective governance in the state.

Contention

The primary point of contention in HR032 arises from the disapproval of the specific rule related to building safety (IDAPA 24.39.30). While the House Business Committee approved the majority of rules, the rejection of this particular rule indicates a divergence of opinion on regulatory measures related to building safety standards. This may reflect concerns from certain legislators about the implications of the rule on safety and compliance.

Latest ID HR032 Activity

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

ID HR012

States findings of the House of Representatives and provides that all temporary and pending rules of the Idaho Department of Insurance and the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses have been reviewed and approved by the House Business Committee, with exceptions.

ID HR008

States findings of the Legislature and provides that all temporary and pending rules of the Department of Health and Welfare and the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses have been reviewed and approved by the House Health and Welfare Committee, with exceptions.

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 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 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 HR015

States findings of the House of Representatives and provides that all temporary and pending rules of the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, the Idaho Department of Lands, the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses, the Department of Parks and Recreation, and the Idaho Department of Water Resources have been reviewed and approved by the House Resources and Conservation Committee, with an exception.

ID HR013

States findings of the House of Representatives and provides that all temporary and pending rules of the Idaho Department of Labor, the Industrial Commission, and the Division of Veterans Services have been reviewed and approved by the Senate State Affairs Committee, with an exception.

ID SR106

States findings of the Legislature and provides that all temporary and pending rules of the Idaho Department of Labor, the Industrial Commission, the Idaho Department of Insurance, and the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses have been reviewed and approved by the Senate Commerce and Human Resources Committee, with exceptions.

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 HR010

States findings of the Legislature and provides that all temporary and pending rules of the Idaho State Department of Agriculture, the Idaho Sheep and Goat Health Board, the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses, and the Idaho Oilseed Commission have been reviewed and approved by the House Agricultural Affairs Committee.

Similar Bills

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