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ID S1154

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/1/2019

Primary Sponsor

State Affairs Committee

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Origin

Senate

2019 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits use of exploding targets and incendiary or tracer ammunition on public lands during the closed fire season as defined in Idaho Code section 38-115.

  • Classifies violations as a misdemeanor with discretionary court authority to order community service for fire remediation efforts related to damages caused by the violation.

  • Applies existing firearm liability provisions under Idaho Code section 38-107 to any fires caused by exploding targets or incendiary or tracer ammunition.

  • Exempts shooting ranges with permits or governmental approval from the prohibition, whether located on public or private land.

  • Defines "exploding target" as a device with flammable substance designed to explode when struck by a bullet, and "incendiary or tracer ammunition" as ammunition designed to ignite upon impact or trace its course with smoke, chemical incandescence, or fire.

Legislative Description

Adds to existing law to provide restrictions regarding the use of exploding targets and incendiary or tracer ammunition.

EXPLODING TARGETS

Last Action

Reported Printed; referred to State Affairs

3/4/2019

Committee Referrals

State Affairs3/4/2019
Judiciary and Rules3/1/2019

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