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ID H0034

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/25/2021

Primary Sponsor

Health and Welfare Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Idaho Code Section 50-304 to clarify that cities may enforce quarantine laws within five (5) miles of the city limits rather than applying them broadly.

  • Amends Idaho Code Section 50-606 to specify that mayors have jurisdiction over health and quarantine ordinances within five (5) miles of corporate city limits, and general ordinance jurisdiction within one (1) mile.

  • Maintains existing authority for cities to establish boards of health and pass ordinances necessary to preserve public health and prevent contagious diseases.

  • Declares an emergency, making the act effective immediately upon passage and approval.

Legislative Description

Amends existing law to limit the application of health ordinances to city limits.

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Last Action

Reported Printed and Referred to Health & Welfare

1/26/2021

Committee Referrals

Health and Welfare1/26/2021

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