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H 169

EDUCATION – Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding the budget of the Idaho Bureau of Educational Services for the Deaf and the Blind.

68th Legislature, 1st Regular Session (2025)

House Bill 169 streamlines budget submissions for Idaho's services for the deaf and blind, allowing direct requests to the Legislature, enhancing efficiency and transparency.

Reported Signed by Governor on March 19, 2025 Session Law Chapter 106 Effective: 07/01/2025
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Bill Summary · H 169

Summary of House Bill 169 (H 169)

Bill Overview

  • Title: EDUCATION – Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding the budget of the Idaho Bureau of Educational Services for the Deaf and the Blind.
  • Bill Number: H 169
  • Status: Reported Signed by Governor on March 19, 2025; Effective Date: July 1, 2025
  • Introduced: February 7, 2025
  • Classification: Bill
  • Subject: Blind, Budgets, Deaf, Education

Purpose and Intent

House Bill 169 aims to streamline the budget submission process for the Idaho Educational Services for the Deaf and the Blind (IESDB). The bill modifies existing law to eliminate the requirement for IESDB to submit its budget request to the State Superintendent of Public Instruction for review and approval. Instead, IESDB will submit its budget directly to the Legislature and the Governor, aligning its process with that of other state agencies.

Key Provisions

  • Budget Submission Process:

    • IESDB is required to submit its annual budget request to the Legislature and the Governor as approved by its Board.
    • The previous requirement for IESDB to submit its budget to the State Superintendent by August 1 for review has been removed.

  • Public Hearing Requirement:

    • The bill maintains the requirement for IESDB to hold a public budget meeting and hearing, ensuring transparency and public input.

  • Emergency Clause:

    • The bill includes an emergency clause, allowing it to take effect on July 1, 2025, rather than waiting for the next legislative session.

Impact

  • Affected Entities:

    • The primary entity affected by this bill is the Idaho Bureau of Educational Services for the Deaf and the Blind, which serves students who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, or visually impaired.
    • The change in budget submission process may also impact the Legislature and the Governor's office as they will receive budget requests directly from IESDB.

  • Fiscal Impact:

    • According to the fiscal note, this legislation will not result in any increase or decrease in revenue or additional expenditures at the state or local government levels. Therefore, it has no fiscal impact.

Procedural Timeline

  • February 7, 2025: Bill introduced and referred to the Joint Rules Committee for printing.
  • March 19, 2025: Bill signed by the Governor, officially becoming law.
  • Effective Date: July 1, 2025.

Conclusion

House Bill 169 simplifies the budget process for the Idaho Bureau of Educational Services for the Deaf and the Blind, promoting efficiency while maintaining public accountability through required hearings. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with no anticipated fiscal impact.

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

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