Bill > H0275

This bill amends Idaho law to strengthen internet filtering requirements for local school districts and public charter schools. The legislation mandates that schools implement comprehensive internet content filters as a condition for receiving state general fund money, with filters designed to block access to materials deemed harmful to minors, obscene content, and materials depicting sexual exploitation of minors. The bill introduces detailed requirements for filtering solutions, including the ability for each school district to manage its own filtering policies, generate utilization reports, audit changes, and access management through any internet-connected browser. Additionally, the bill removes previous provisions related to digital and online library resources and wireless technology standards, and updates requirements for schools to establish disciplinary measures, integrate internet safety into instructional programs, and inform the public about their internet use policies. Schools are now required to ensure that any digital library resources provided to K-12 students have robust safety measures and technology protection measures that prevent access to inappropriate content. The bill will go into full effect on July 1, 2025, and is being implemented with an emergency clause to underscore its immediate importance.

Education

Education Committee (H)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2025/legislation/H0275/