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House of Representatives; relative to officials, employees, and committees

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Chuck Efstration

House Resolution 2 restricts former legislators' access to the House floor during sessions, allowing entry only with a current legislator's sponsorship to prevent conflicts of interest.

House Read and Adopted
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Bill Summary · HR 2

Summary of House Resolution 2 (HR 2)

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: HR 2
  • Title: House of Representatives; relative to officials, employees, and committees
  • Status: House Read and Adopted
  • Introduced: January 28, 2025
  • Classification: Resolution

Purpose and Intent

House Resolution 2 aims to amend Rule 70 of the Rules of the House of Representatives in Idaho. The primary intent of this amendment is to restrict access to the House floor during business sessions, specifically prohibiting former members of the House from being present unless they are sponsored by a current legislator. This change is designed to mitigate potential conflicts of interest, particularly if former members become lobbyists or are campaigning for office.

Key Provisions

  1. Amendment to Rule 70:

    • The revised Rule 70 specifies that only current legislators and legislative employees are permitted on the House floor during business sessions.
    • Former state legislators and elected officials may only enter the floor if sponsored by a current legislator and must leave before business commences unless authorized by the Speaker of the House.
    • Other guests must be cleared through the Speaker or designated personnel.

  2. Employment Authority:

    • The Speaker of the House is granted authority to employ various personnel, including sergeants-at-arms, clerks, and aides, as necessary for the operation of the House.
    • The Speaker can also secure services for chaplains and interns and provide expense reimbursements.

  3. Compensation and Allowances:

    • The resolution outlines compensation for the Doorkeeper and Messenger of the House, which will be determined by the Speaker.
    • It establishes allowances for members of the House for official business conducted during non-session periods.

Impact

  • Who is Affected:

    • Current and former members of the House of Representatives.
    • Legislative employees and officials.
    • The general public, particularly those interested in observing House proceedings.

  • Administrative Impact:

    • The resolution is noted to have no fiscal impact on the state General Fund or local governments, as it does not impose significant additional administrative duties.

Procedural Aspects

  • Timeline of Legislative Actions:
    • January 9, 2025: Bill introduced and placed in the House Hopper.
    • January 13, 2025: Bill read for the first time and adopted.
    • January 28, 2025: Bill introduced and referred to Judiciary, Rules & Administration for further consideration.
    • February 4, 2025: Bill previously held at desk and referred to appropriate committees.

This resolution reflects the House's commitment to maintaining order and integrity within its proceedings by regulating who can access the floor during legislative business.

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

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