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ID H0698

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

2/24/2026

Primary Sponsor

Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Persons convicted of felonies in other states or jurisdictions may register and vote in Idaho upon "final discharge" (completion of imprisonment, probation, and parole), except those convicted of treason who are permanently barred
  • Firearm rights for out-of-state felons are restricted in the same manner as Idaho felons, with permanent prohibitions for 34 enumerated violent and serious offenses including murder, rape, robbery, kidnapping, and drug trafficking
  • The bill amends Section 18-310 of Idaho Code, which governs the suspension and restoration of civil rights for convicted felons
  • Declared an emergency measure with an effective date of July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Amends existing law to revise a provision regarding voting by persons convicted of felonies in other states.

VOTING

Last Action

to House

3/16/2026

Committee Referrals

State Affairs2/25/2026
Judiciary, Rules and Administration2/17/2026

Full Bill Text

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