Bill > S1016

This bill amends several sections of Idaho law related to livestock branding and brand inspection, primarily focusing on updating and increasing various fees associated with brand recording, renewal, and inspection services. The key changes include raising the fee for recording a new brand from $50 to $75, increasing brand renewal fees from $125 to $200, and modifying brand inspection fees for cattle (from $1.25 to $1.50 per head), horses (adding new farm service fees up to $55), and at livestock auctions (increasing minimum daily fees from $50 to $100). The bill also introduces new fees, such as a $10 charge for duplicate brand inspection certificates and increases livestock dealer licensing fees from $100 to $300, with additional fees for authorized representatives. These fee increases are intended to help cover the costs of administering and enforcing brand inspection laws, with the collected funds being deposited into the state brand account. The bill includes provisions for how these fees can be adjusted annually, ensuring they remain reasonable while supporting the state's brand inspection services. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, and some existing administrative rules related to the State Brand Board will be nullified at the same time.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Justice

Agricultural Affairs Committee (S)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2025/legislation/S1016/