Bill > H0096

This bill amends Idaho state law to strictly regulate flag displays by governmental entities, which are defined as state, county, municipal, or special district government bodies (excluding schools and universities). The bill specifies that these entities can only display a limited set of flags: the United States flag, the official flag of the governmental entity, official flags of U.S. states, official military branch flags, the POW/MIA flag, official flags of Indian tribes, flags of other countries for special commemorative occasions, and official flags of Idaho colleges, universities, and public schools. The legislation maintains the existing provision that allows the division of veterans services to establish rules governing flag protocol on state property. By declaring an emergency, the bill indicates that it will take effect immediately upon passage and approval, suggesting the lawmakers view the flag display restrictions as urgent or time-sensitive.

Government Affairs

State Affairs Committee (H)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2025/legislation/H0096/