Bill > S1323

This bill, titled the Idaho Constitutional Money Act of 2025, amends existing law to allow for the specific enforcement of contracts that explicitly state a particular type or form of "specie" (precious metal coins like gold or silver) must be used for payment. Previously, individuals or entities generally couldn't be forced to accept or tender gold or silver unless they agreed to it, but this bill adds a provision that if a contract clearly designates a specific specie for tender, Idaho courts must order that the contract be fulfilled exactly as written, meaning the designated specie must be tendered. The bill also renumbers the section it amends and declares an emergency, setting an effective date of July 1, 2026.

Government Affairs, Justice

State Affairs Committee (Senate)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2026/legislation/S1323/