H0511

Amends existing law to revise the surcharge associated with improved forest land.

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Introduced Text

Idaho H0511 amends the surcharge for improved forest land to enhance wildfire preparedness.

Idaho H0511 revises the surcharge for improved forest land to better fund wildfire preparedness. It establishes a surcharge for private owners of forest land, with a maximum of $100 per lot or parcel. Reimbursement revenues are directed to the wildfire equipment replacement fund. The bill also declares an emergency, making it effective July 1, 2026.

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Roll Call Votes

26 Yea

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9 Nay

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Calendar

Mar 10

10:30 AM

Third Reading Calendar

Mar 9

11:00 AM

Third Reading Calendar

History

Mar 18

House

Reported Signed by Governor on March 17, 2026 Session Law Chapter 27 Effective: 07/01/2026

Mar 16

House

Delivered to Governor at 2:30 p.m. on March 13, 2026

Mar 13

House

Returned Signed by the President; Ordered Transmitted to Governor