Bill > S1342

This bill establishes the "Household Egg Production and Food Security Act" in Idaho, aiming to allow residents of single-family homes to produce eggs for their own consumption and to support food security and self-reliance. It sets a minimum statewide standard permitting the keeping of up to four hens per household, with additional hens allowed if permitted by local governments (political subdivisions) or homeowner's associations. Roosters are generally prohibited unless specifically allowed by these local entities. The bill clarifies that eggs produced under this act can be sold, bartered, or exchanged as long as they comply with existing Idaho food safety and cottage food laws. Importantly, the act preserves the authority of political subdivisions and homeowner's associations to implement reasonable regulations concerning sanitation, enclosures, noise, odor, pest control, and nuisance prevention, and it does not apply to multifamily dwellings. This legislation will take effect on July 1, 2026.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Justice

Judiciary and Rules Committee (Senate)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2026/legislation/S1342/