ID H0211

Emergency communications fee set at a uniform $1.00 per month per access or interconnected VoIP service line, removing previous "not to exceed" language that allowed variable rates

Telecommunications providers must remit enhanced emergency communications grant fees (25 cents per line) directly to the Idaho Emergency Communications Fund within 15 days after the end of each quarter

Fees collected under Section 31-4819 by telecommunications providers must be deposited into the Idaho Emergency Communications Fund within 15 days after quarter end

Grant funds distributed quarterly to governing boards based on population served, with up to 1% allocated for administration of the emergency communications commission

Declared an emergency measure, effective July 1, 2025