Idaho S1342 allows single-family residences to keep up to four hens for household egg production, overriding local restrictions.

Idaho S1342, known as the Household Egg Production and Food Security Act, permits owners or occupants of single-family residences to keep up to four hens for household egg production, regardless of local ordinances or restrictions. This law aims to support food security and agricultural literacy by enabling residents to produce nutrient-dense food at home. It also allows for additional hens if permitted by local regulations and prohibits roosters unless allowed by local authorities. Eggs produced can be sold, bartered, or exchanged, provided they comply with Idaho food safety laws.

Idaho S1342 allows single-family residences to keep up to four hens for household egg production, overriding local restrictions.

Idaho S1342, known as the Household Egg Production and Food Security Act, permits owners or occupants of single-family residences to keep up to four hens for household egg production, regardless of local ordinances or restrictions. This law aims to support food security and agricultural literacy by enabling residents to produce nutrient-dense food at home. It also allows for additional hens if permitted by local regulations and prohibits roosters unless allowed by local authorities. Eggs produced can be sold, bartered, or exchanged, provided they comply with Idaho food safety laws.