ID H0198

Adds Chapter 59 to Title 19, Idaho Code to require state and local law enforcement agencies to cooperate with federal immigration authorities when persons arrested on misdemeanor or felony charges are discovered to be subject to immigration enforcement orders or warrants.

Prohibits governmental entities from adopting, enforcing, or endorsing policies that prohibit or discourage cooperation with immigration law enforcement.

Allows Idaho citizens to file complaints with the Attorney General alleging violations; Attorney General must provide written notification within 90 days if a prima facie case exists and may file for mandamus or equitable relief in district court.

Reduces sales tax distribution funds to political subdivisions found in violation by 50% for the state fiscal year following a final judicial determination, with counties and sheriff's offices treated as a single entity for enforcement purposes.

Exempts school districts, open-enrollment charter schools, and hospital districts from the chapter's provisions; also exempts school resource officer information from restrictions on educational record disclosure.