Bill > H0025

This bill amends existing Idaho law to modify the distribution of sales tax revenues, specifically focusing on transportation funding. Previously, a fixed amount of 4.5% of sales tax revenues (between $80-$140 million) was allocated to transportation and local highway projects. The bill introduces a phased approach to increasing transportation funding: from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, $100 million will go to the transportation expansion and congestion mitigation fund, with $45 million apportioned to local units of government for highway projects. This funding progressively increases, reaching $140 million for transportation and $45 million for local highway projects by July 1, 2027. Local units of government can pool their allocated funds for highway projects, and these funds must be used specifically for road and bridge maintenance, expanding travel lanes, and improving traffic flow. The bill declares an emergency, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage and approval, underscoring the urgency of addressing transportation infrastructure needs in Idaho.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

Revenue and Taxation Committee (H)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2025/legislation/H0025/