H0650

Adds to existing law to provide for state sovereignty, jurisdictional presumption, and a limitation on federal power.

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Introduced Text

Idaho H0650 adds a new section to Idaho Code to assert state sovereignty and jurisdictional presumption, limiting federal power.

Idaho H0650 amends Idaho Code to assert state sovereignty and jurisdictional presumption, limiting federal power. It declares that all powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved to the states or the people. The bill presumes jurisdiction over matters within Idaho resides with the state unless the federal government demonstrates constitutional authority. Idaho will assert its rights in coordination with the attorney general, governor, and legislature. The bill lists areas of primary state jurisdiction, including public health, education, and natural resources.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

31 Yea

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3 Nay

DDD

1 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 26

9:30 AM

Third Reading Calendar

Mar 26

3:00 PM

Third Reading Calendar

History

Apr 1

House

Reported Signed by Governor on March 31, 2026 Session Law Chapter 238 Effective: 07/01/2026

Mar 30

Senate

Received from the House enrolled/signed by Speaker

Mar 30

Senate

Signed by President; returned to House