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ID SCR101

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Engrossed

3/10/2011

Primary Sponsor

Unknown

Origin

Senate

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Declares that Idaho and its citizens are concerned with aquatic nuisance species threats and commits to education and prevention efforts to protect public waters.

  • Identifies felt sole boots and waders as potential vectors for spreading aquatic nuisance species, including didymo, New Zealand mud snails, and whirling disease, because they absorb and retain water.

  • Recognizes the Idaho Invasive Species Council as a multiagency organization including state and federal entities, local governments, tribal governments, universities, and private organizations working to combat invasive species statewide.

  • Acknowledges existing prevention efforts including notification of invasive species laws, educational advertising campaigns, roadside check stations, and programs by the Idaho Department of Agriculture and Idaho Department of Fish and Game.

  • Congratulates fishing tackle manufacturers offering alternatives to felt soles and encourages other manufacturers domestically and internationally to develop and sell products that reduce the spread of aquatic nuisance species.

Legislative Description

Stating findings of the Legislature expressing that the state of Idaho and its citizens are concerned with the threat of aquatic nuisance species and will collectively strive to educate and prevent the contamination of Idaho's public lakes, streams, rivers and creeks, and encourage industry and recreationists around the world to be aware that Idaho takes the responsibility to protect and preserve its natural resources very seriously.

AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES

Last Action

Delivered to Secretary of State on 04/08

4/7/2011

Committee Referrals

Agricultural Affairs3/11/2011
Agricultural Affairs2/11/2011

Full Bill Text

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