Bill > S1112

This bill adds a new section to Idaho law to provide certain requirements for a special session of the legislature. The key provisions are: 1) A special session can be convened if at least 60% of the members of both the House and Senate deliver a joint petition to the Speaker of the House and President Pro Tempore of the Senate, specifying the subject(s) to be considered and the need for the special session. 2) The legislative leaders must verify the petition, notify all lawmakers, publish the petition, and declare the location, time, and date for the special session, which must be held between 48 hours and 15 days after the petition is delivered. 3) The legislature is limited to considering only the subject(s) specified in the petition and matters necessary for the expenses of the special session. 4) A special session takes precedence over an extraordinary session called by the Governor.

Government Affairs, Justice

State Affairs Committee (Senate)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2021/legislation/S1112/