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ID HJR001
Joint Resolution
Status
2/2/2012
Primary Sponsor
State Affairs Committee
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AI Summary
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Proposes an amendment to Section 15, Article III of the Idaho Constitution requiring two-thirds concurrence of both houses to pass bills or resolutions that create new taxes or fees, increase existing taxes or fees, or reduce/eliminate tax deductions, exemptions, credits, or other tax computation devices.
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Two-thirds concurrence requirement does not apply if a bill combining any of these tax changes would not result in increased revenue.
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Directs the Legislative Council to prepare statements required by Section 67-453, Idaho Code.
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Directs the Secretary of State to publish the proposed constitutional amendment and arguments as required by law.
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Submits the amendment question to Idaho voters at the next general election.
Legislative Description
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Idaho to provide that no bill that provides for a net increase in revenue, whether through fees or taxes, shall become law without the concurrence of two-thirds of the members of each house of the Legislature.
MANNER OF PASSING BILLS
Last Action
Filed in Office of the Chief Clerk
3/22/2012