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H 468

APPROPRIATIONS – INDUSTRIAL COMMISSION – Relates to the appropriation to the Industrial Commission for fiscal years 2025 and 2026.

68th Legislature, 1st Regular Session (2025)

House Bill H 468 allocates $570,300 to the Idaho Industrial Commission for 2025-2026, enhancing operations and personnel support for improved regulatory functions.

Reported Signed by Governor on April 3, 2025 Session Law Chapter 289 Effective: 04/03/2025 SECTION 2 & 3; 07/01/2025 SECTION 1
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Bill Summary · H 468

Summary of House Bill H 468: Appropriations for the Industrial Commission

Purpose and Intent

House Bill H 468 aims to appropriate additional funds to the Idaho Industrial Commission for fiscal years 2025 and 2026. The bill is designed to enhance the commission's maintenance budget, particularly focusing on the funding necessary for the redesigned Information System (IRIS) project, personnel reclassifications, and other operational needs.

Key Provisions

  • Appropriations: The bill appropriates a total of $570,300 for the Industrial Commission, broken down as follows:
    • $267,700 for personnel costs
    • $46,800 for operating expenditures
    • $492,600 for capital outlay
  • Specific Allocations:
    • $178,100 for compensation from the Industrial Administration Fund
    • $36,000 for operating expenditures from the Crime Victims Compensation Fund
  • Net-Zero Shift: The bill includes a net-zero appropriation shift for FY 2025 related to IRIS cost allocation.
  • Reduction in Appropriation: It also reduces the appropriation to the Industrial Commission for FY 2025 by $47,000.
  • Emergency Declaration: The bill declares an emergency, allowing Sections 2 and 3 to take effect immediately upon passage, while Section 1 will take effect on July 1, 2025.

Impact

  • Affected Entities: The primary entity affected by this bill is the Idaho Industrial Commission, which oversees various regulatory and administrative functions related to industrial safety, workers' compensation, and crime victims' compensation.
  • Budget Adjustments: The total budget for the Industrial Commission will amount to $21,800,900 for FY 2026, reflecting an ongoing increase of $178,100 and a one-time increase of $392,200.
  • Personnel Changes: The bill addresses personnel needs, including funding for a rehabilitation field consultant, reclassification of adjudication associates, and funding for referee positions, although these specific enhancement items do not receive funding in this bill.

Procedural Timeline

  • Introduced: March 28, 2025
  • Governor's Signature: The bill was signed by the Governor on April 3, 2025, and became Session Law Chapter 289.
  • Effective Dates: Sections 2 and 3 are effective immediately upon passage, while Section 1 will take effect on July 1, 2025.

Conclusion

House Bill H 468 represents a strategic financial adjustment for the Idaho Industrial Commission, ensuring that it has the necessary resources to maintain and enhance its operations in the coming fiscal years. The bill reflects a commitment to improving the commission's infrastructure and personnel capabilities while managing budgetary constraints.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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