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ID H0428
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/21/2025
Primary Sponsor
Chris Bruce
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AI Summary
- Idaho Public Television receives right of first refusal to broadcast all IHSAA-sanctioned high school sports events, including live, delayed, television, radio, and online streaming formats
- Idaho Public Television must notify IHSAA at least 30 days before an event to exercise broadcasting rights; other broadcasters may apply for rights if Idaho Public Television declines or fails to provide timely notice
- Broadcasting revenue must support educational programming and public broadcasting initiatives, with a portion allocated to public high schools or IHSAA for sports facilities and programs as determined by the State Board of Education
- State Board of Education may promulgate rules with IHSAA consultation, subject to legislative approval, covering scheduling, content guidelines, and technical standards
- Declared an emergency measure, effective July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Adds to existing law to establish provisions regarding priority public broadcasting rights of Idaho high school sports events.
BROADCASTING OF HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS
Last Action
Reported Printed; Filed in the Office of the Chief Clerk
3/21/2025
Full Bill Text
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