Bill > S1430

This bill amends existing Idaho law concerning firearms regulation to strengthen the state's preemption, meaning the state government has exclusive authority over firearms laws, preventing local governments from enacting their own rules. Specifically, it expands the types of local actions that are prohibited, including executive orders and policies, in addition to existing regulations and ordinances, regarding the sale, possession, and transportation of firearms and ammunition. Any such prohibited local actions are declared void and unenforceable, and the bill introduces a penalty of $10,000 per violation for any county, city, or other political subdivision that willfully and knowingly violates these provisions. Furthermore, it establishes a cause of action, allowing the Attorney General or any affected person or organization to sue for damages, declaratory relief, or an injunction against a political subdivision that violates the law, with the potential for the plaintiff to recover legal costs and attorney's fees. The bill also includes a process for notifying the Attorney General and the offending jurisdiction before a lawsuit can proceed, giving them an opportunity to address the violation. Finally, the bill declares an emergency, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

Government Affairs, Justice

Judiciary and Rules Committee (Senate)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2026/legislation/S1430/