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ID H0631

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/24/2026

Primary Sponsor

Agricultural Affairs Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes statutory authority for the Idaho Department of Agriculture to issue certificates of free sale, which certify that products are grown or processed in Idaho, distributed throughout the state, and comply with Idaho health and sanitary laws

  • Allows exporters to apply for certificates of free sale to meet document requirements set by foreign destination countries, with an application fee capped at $100

  • Requires the department to keep applicants' state, federal, or third-party health inspection records on file for one year

  • Nullifies administrative rules in IDAPA 02.01.05 (Rules Governing Certificates of Free Sale) effective July 1, 2026, moving the regulatory framework into statute

  • Declared an emergency measure, taking effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Amends existing law to integrate IDAPA 02.01.05 into Idaho Code.

AGRICULTURAL CERTIFICATES OF FREE SALE

Last Action

Introduced, read first time; referred to: Agricultural Affairs

2/25/2026

Committee Referrals

Agricultural Affairs2/25/2026
Agricultural Affairs2/12/2026

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