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ID H0068
ID H0068Adds to existing law to provide for policies regarding the prevention and spread of infectious disease at colleges and universities.
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Introduced
01/29/2021
01/29/2021
In Committee
02/17/2021
02/17/2021
Crossed Over
02/11/2021
02/11/2021
Passed
03/04/2021
03/04/2021
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/05/2021
03/05/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
HIGHER EDUCATION -- Adds to existing law to provide for policies regarding the prevention and spread of infectious disease at colleges and universities.
AI Summary
This bill adds new sections to existing Idaho law to provide for policies and procedures that colleges and universities must adopt regarding the prevention and spread of infectious diseases. It requires state institutions of higher education and community colleges to develop policies in consultation with state and local health authorities, and gives the state board of education and community college boards of trustees the sole authority to close campuses, limit programs, or take other measures to prevent the spread of infectious diseases, even if those actions conflict with orders from other state or local health authorities. The bill also declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
Committee Categories
Education, Justice
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Education Committee (House)
Last Action
Reported Signed by Governor on March 3, 2021 Session Law Chapter 15 Effective: 03/03/2021 (on 03/05/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2021/legislation/H0068/ |
| BillText | https://legislature.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sessioninfo/2021/legislation/H0068.pdf |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note | https://legislature.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sessioninfo/2021/legislation/H0068SOP.pdf |
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