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H 366

PUBLIC HEALTH DISTRICT BOARDS – Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding the composition of public health district boards.

68th Legislature, 1st Regular Session (2025)

House Bill 366 ensures public health district boards in Idaho are composed of elected officials, enhancing accountability and representation in health governance.

Reported Printed and Referred to Health & Welfare
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Bill Summary · H 366

Summary of House Bill 366 (H 366)

Title

Public Health District Boards – Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding the composition of public health district boards.

Status

  • Introduced: March 04, 2025
  • Current Status: Reported Printed and Referred to Health & Welfare

Purpose

House Bill 366 aims to amend existing statutes governing the composition of public health district boards in Idaho. The primary intent of the bill is to ensure that members of these boards are elected officials rather than appointed county staff or unelected residents.

Key Provisions

  1. Composition of Health District Boards:

    • For districts with fewer than eight counties, the board will consist of seven members appointed by the boards of county commissioners. Each board may appoint a county commissioner as a member.
    • For districts with eight or more counties, the board will have eight to nine members, with similar appointment procedures.

  2. Member Qualifications:

    • All members must be U.S. citizens, residents of Idaho and the public health district for at least one year, and qualified electors.
    • At least one member must be a physician licensed by the Idaho State Board of Medicine, if available.
    • Members must be chosen based on their knowledge and interest in public health.

  3. Appointment Process:

    • Members appointed must be currently elected county officials.
    • Appointments require confirmation by a majority vote of all county commissioners within the district.
    • Members can be removed by a two-thirds vote of all county commissioners.

  4. Term Length:

    • Members will serve a term of two years, with provisions for reappointment and filling of vacancies.

  5. Emergency Clause:

    • The bill declares an emergency, making it effective on July 1, 2025.

Fiscal Impact

The fiscal note accompanying the bill indicates that it will have no fiscal impact, meaning it will not increase or decrease revenue or require additional expenditures at either the state or local government levels.

Affected Parties

  • Public Health District Boards: The composition and appointment process will change, impacting how these boards operate.
  • County Commissioners: They will have increased responsibility in appointing board members and ensuring representation from elected officials.
  • Public Health Services: The changes may influence the governance and effectiveness of public health initiatives within the districts.

Conclusion

House Bill 366 seeks to enhance the governance of public health district boards by ensuring that members are elected officials, thereby promoting accountability and representation. The bill is currently under consideration by the Health & Welfare Committee and is set to take effect mid-2025 if passed.

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

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