Bill > S1217

This bill adds to and repeals existing law to authorize the Governor of Idaho to proclaim a state of "extreme emergency" and outlines the Governor's powers, duties, and limitations during such a declared state. The bill defines what constitutes an "extreme emergency," provides the Governor authority over state agencies and departments, prohibits the quarantine or isolation of healthy individuals, protects certain constitutional rights such as the right to bear arms and the free exercise of religion, and limits the Governor's ability to suspend or alter existing laws. The bill also includes provisions for the legislature to review and potentially revoke the Governor's emergency powers after 90 days and for interim legislative succession if legislators are unable to participate during the emergency.

Government Affairs, Justice

State Affairs Committee (Senate)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2021/legislation/S1217/