Bill > H0365

This bill provides the Attorney General of Idaho with concurrent (shared) investigative and prosecutorial authority for election-related offenses. Specifically, the bill allows the Attorney General to investigate and prosecute criminal and civil violations related to chapters 23 and 34 of Idaho Code, which cover election laws. The legislative intent section emphasizes that the purpose of this bill is to enhance election security and integrity by strengthening enforcement mechanisms and deterring unlawful activities in the electoral process. By granting the Attorney General this additional power, the bill aims to provide an extra layer of legal oversight for election-related violations, potentially complementing the existing investigative and prosecutorial responsibilities of local prosecutors. The bill is set to go into effect on July 1, 2025, and is being enacted with an emergency clause, which suggests the Legislature views this as a time-sensitive and important measure for protecting the electoral process.

Government Affairs

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https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2025/legislation/H0365/