Bill > H0081

This bill adds a new section to Idaho law to limit the liability of recreation clubs and their members during recreational activities. The legislation defines key terms such as "club member" (unpaid volunteers), "participant" (anyone engaging in a recreational activity), and "recreation activity" (unpaid leisure pursuits like hunting, fishing, hiking, etc.). The bill provides broad legal protection for recreation clubs and their members by establishing that they cannot be held liable for injuries or deaths that occur during recreational activities, with several specific exceptions. These exceptions include cases where club members provide faulty equipment, commit gross negligence, intentionally injure a participant, or fail to exercise ordinary care in their own participation. The law also explicitly states that recreation clubs have no duty to eliminate or control inherent risks in recreational activities, and participants assume all risks when taking part. Additionally, the bill allows participants to prospectively waive negligence claims through written consent. The primary purpose is to encourage the formation of recreation clubs and participation in recreational activities by reducing legal risks for club members. The law will go into effect on July 1, 2025, and is designed to provide clear legal protections for volunteer-run recreational organizations in Idaho.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Justice

Resources and Conservation Committee (H)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2025/legislation/H0081/