Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Idaho House Bill HR033

Caption

RULE APPROVAL – HOUSE RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION COMMITTEE – 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 Idaho 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 exceptions.

Summary

House Resolution No. 33 (HR033) states the findings of the House of Representatives regarding the review of temporary and pending rules from various Idaho state departments, including the Department of Fish and Game, Department of Lands, Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses, Department of Parks and Recreation, and Department of Water Resources. The resolution confirms that the House Resources and Conservation Committee has reviewed these rules and approved them, with specific exceptions noted in the text. The exceptions include certain sections of rules governing licensing, taking of big game animals, administration of park and recreation areas, and stream channel alteration rules.

Impact

The passage of HR033 will affirm the approval of the reviewed rules, thereby allowing them to take effect as part of Idaho's administrative law. The exceptions noted in the resolution indicate that certain provisions will require further consideration or revision before they can be enacted. This resolution serves to streamline the regulatory process for these departments while ensuring legislative oversight.

Sentiment

The general sentiment around HR033 appears to be supportive, as evidenced by the strong majority vote of 68-2 in favor of the resolution during the House Third Reading. The discussions leading up to the vote did not highlight significant opposition, suggesting a consensus on the importance of reviewing and approving these rules for the effective management of Idaho's natural resources.

Contention

While the resolution was largely supported, there were notable exceptions that were not approved, which may indicate areas of contention. Specifically, the sections of rules concerning licensing and big game regulations were singled out, suggesting that there may be differing opinions on how these rules should be structured or enforced. The dissenting votes may reflect concerns from specific stakeholders or legislators regarding the implications of these rules.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

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 SR111

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

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 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 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 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.

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 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 SR105

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 an exception.

ID SR104

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 Senate Agricultural Affairs Committee.

Similar Bills

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