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ID H0187

Bill

Status

Passed

4/15/2021

Primary Sponsor

Resources and Conservation Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates new Section 36-126 of Idaho Code authorizing the Idaho Department of Fish and Game to enforce motorized vehicle operation restrictions on private land when entering into public recreational access agreements with landowners.

  • Requires notice of restrictions to be posted on main traveled roads entering restricted areas, including "Travel restrictions apply" language, a website address, and phone number for contacting the department.

  • Prohibits persons from violating posted motorized vehicle restrictions, tearing down fencing or gates, or removing or damaging restriction notices and signs without authorization from the landowner.

  • Establishes first violation within a 5-year period as an infraction with fines under Section 36-1402, and two or more violations within 5 years as a misdemeanor with penalties under Section 36-1402.

  • Preserves enforcement of other Idaho Code provisions including trespass and property damage laws, and prohibits unlawful posting of signs on or adjacent to highways.

Legislative Description

Adds to existing law to provide for motorized use restrictions in recreational access agreements.

FISH AND GAME

Last Action

Reported Signed by Governor on April 14, 2021 Session Law Chapter 218 Effective: 07/01/2021

4/15/2021

Committee Referrals

Resources and Environment3/2/2021
Resources and Conservation2/17/2021

Full Bill Text

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