H0737

Amends, repeals, and adds to existing law to merge the Office of Species Conservation and the Office of Energy and Mineral Resources.

Final Passage·3/19/26
Introduced Text

Merges the Office of Energy and Mineral Resources with the Office of Species Conservation to form the Office of Species, Minerals, and Energy.

This bill merges the Office of Energy and Mineral Resources with the Office of Species Conservation to create the Office of Species, Minerals, and Energy Coordination. The new office will oversee Idaho's natural resource priorities, streamline federal and state permitting processes, and ensure efficient administration of energy, mineral, and species-related activities. The merger aims to enhance coordination between federal and state agencies, reduce regulatory burdens, and ensure responsible development of Idaho's resources.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 30–2 · Mar 19
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

0
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

30 Yea

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2 Nay

DD

3 Absent

DRR

Calendar

Mar 16

10:00 AM

Third Reading Calendar

Mar 13

10:30 AM

Third Reading Calendar

History

Mar 19

House

Delivered to Governor at 4:22 p.m. on March 18, 2026

Mar 18

Senate

Received from the House enrolled/signed by Speaker

Mar 18

Senate

Signed by President; returned to House