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ID SJR102

Joint Resolution

Status

Engrossed

1/23/2012

Primary Sponsor

Judiciary and Rules Committee

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Origin

Senate

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 5, Article X of the Idaho Constitution to add adult felony probation and parole to the State Board of Correction's authority, alongside its existing control over state penitentiaries, employees, and properties.

  • The State Board of Correction consists of three members appointed by the governor with staggered terms (initially two, four, and six years, then six years each thereafter).

  • Directs the Legislative Council to prepare required statements and the Secretary of State to publish the proposed amendment and supporting arguments as required by law.

  • Submits the constitutional amendment question to Idaho voters at the next general election.

Legislative Description

Proposing an amendment to Section 5, Article X, of the Constitution of the State of Idaho, relating to the control over state prisons; to provide that the State Board of Correction shall have the control, direction and management of adult felony probation and parole.

CONTROL OVER STATE PRISONS

Last Action

Rpt delivered to Secretary of State on 02/07

2/8/2012

Committee Referrals

Judiciary, Rules and Administration1/24/2012
State Affairs1/13/2012

Full Bill Text

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