Bill > H0519

This bill amends Idaho's laws to create the crimes of "impeding critical infrastructure" and "critical infrastructure trespass." The bill defines "critical infrastructure facility" broadly to include various types of energy, water, transportation, and communications infrastructure. It establishes penalties for knowingly and intentionally impeding the operations of these facilities or trespassing on their property, with higher penalties for more significant damage or economic loss. The bill also allows the state Attorney General to prosecute these crimes if the local prosecutor declines to do so, and exempts certain lawful activities like public demonstrations and bona fide property disputes. The bill declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage.

Justice

Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee (House)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2024/legislation/H0519/