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ID S1303

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Resources and Environment Committee

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Idaho Code Section 57-1306 to rename the "renewable energy resources fund" and allow funding through legislative appropriation in addition to federal renewable energy revenues

  • Expands the definition of "renewable energy resources" from only geothermal, wind, and solar to include "other sustainable energy resources"

  • Maintains existing distribution structure: 10% of federal renewable energy revenues go to counties where resources were developed for public roads or schools, 90% goes to the energy resources fund

  • Fund may be used by the administrator of the Office of Energy and Mineral Resources consistent with the office's duties, powers, and authorities

  • Declares an emergency and takes effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Amends existing law to revise the name of a fund and to revise a definition.

ENERGY RESOURCES FUND

Last Action

Read First Time, Referred to Resources & Conservation

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Resources and Conservation3/13/2026
Resources and Environment2/17/2026
Judiciary and Rules2/16/2026

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