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Bill > H0620
ID H0620
ID H0620Adds to existing law to prohibit the use of public funds to advocate for or against a candidate or certain ballot measures.
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Introduced
02/21/2018
02/21/2018
In Committee
03/12/2018
03/12/2018
Crossed Over
02/26/2018
02/26/2018
Passed
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/26/2018
03/26/2018
Introduced Session
2018 Regular Session
Bill Summary
ELECTIONS -- Adds to existing law to prohibit the use of public funds to advocate for or against a candidate or certain ballot measures.
AI Summary
This bill adds a new chapter to Idaho law, the "Public Integrity in Elections Act," which prohibits the use of public funds, property, or resources to advocate for or against a candidate or certain ballot measures. The bill defines key terms like "advocate," "ballot measure," and "public funds." It outlines exceptions, such as allowing public officials to exercise their First Amendment rights and providing factual information about ballot measures. The bill also establishes civil penalties for violations, which the Attorney General and county prosecutors are tasked with enforcing.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
State Affairs Committee (House)
Last Action
Reported Signed by Governor on March 26, 2018 Session Law Chapter 260 Effective: 07/01/2018 (on 03/26/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2018/legislation/H0620/ |
| BillText | https://legislature.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sessioninfo/2018/legislation/H0620.pdf |
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