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ID HCR026
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Resources and Conservation Committee
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AI Summary
- Idaho Legislature strongly supports the development and implementation of wildlife crossings (overpasses, underpasses, and related fencing) to conserve big game migration corridors and advance public safety, where appropriate and supported by local communities
- More than 50 big game migration corridors have been mapped across Idaho for species including mule deer, elk, and pronghorn, and wildlife crossings have proven to reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions by over 80%
- Hundreds of wildlife-vehicle collisions occur annually in Idaho, endangering human lives and causing millions of dollars in property damage and insurance costs
- Encourages state and local governments to adopt policies preserving landscape connectivity, promote road safety, collaborate with communities and private stakeholders to identify priority sites, and invest in science-based solutions
- Directs copies of the resolution be transmitted to Idaho's congressional delegation, the Governor, the Director of Idaho Department of Fish and Game, and the Director of the Idaho Transportation Department
Legislative Description
States findings of the Legislature and supports wildlife crossings.
WILDLIFE CROSSINGS
Last Action
U.C. to be returned to Resources & Conservation Committee
2/16/2026
Committee Referrals
Resources and Conservation2/5/2026
Full Bill Text
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