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ID HR016

Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/10/2022

Primary Sponsor

Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Idaho State Police requested $7.1 million for purchase of an H124 Airbus helicopter with hoist system, new hangar construction, and establishment of an air support division
  • Current limited air support in Idaho lacks the ability to hoist individuals from ground to air during search and rescue operations
  • Air support division would enhance safety for county search and rescue teams responding to lost hunters, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts
  • Law enforcement operations would benefit from air support through discontinued pursuits, coordinated manhunt operations, and precision-launched SWAT team operations
  • House of Representatives supports Idaho State Police's $7.1 million request for helicopter, hoist system, hangar, and air support division establishment

Legislative Description

States findings of the House of Representatives and supports the Idaho State Police's request of $7.1 million for purchase of a H124 airbus helicopter and hoist system, construction of a new hangar, and establishment of an air support division.

IDAHO STATE POLICE

Last Action

Reported Printed and Referred to Judiciary, Rules & Administration

2/11/2022

Committee Referrals

Judiciary, Rules and Administration2/11/2022

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