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ID H0378
Bill
Status
3/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
State Affairs Committee
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AI Summary
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Legislative officials must report to the Secretary of State all travel outside Idaho paid for by another individual or entity when related to legislative, governmental, or public policy purposes
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"Legislative official" includes legislative candidates appearing on a general election ballot, current Idaho legislature members, and members-elect who have won but not yet taken the oath of office
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Reports must be filed within 30 days of return and include travel destination, dates, purpose, and the name/address of the paying party
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Travel paid through reported campaign funds or solely through personal funds is exempt from reporting requirements
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Late filing incurs a $25.00 per day penalty, with fees deposited into the public school income fund; effective date is July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Adds to existing law to require legislative candidates, legislators, and members-elect of the Legislature to report certain travel paid by others.
TRANSPARENCY IN LEGISLATIVE TRAVEL
Last Action
Reported out of committee; to 14th Order for amendment
3/26/2025