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S 1239

SEX OFFENDERS – Amends existing law to revise the definition of “daycare.”

68th Legislature, 2nd Regular Session (2026)

Idaho bill revises "daycare" definition in sex offender law, affecting which childcare settings must restrict offender presence or employment.

Signed by Governor on 03/17/26 Session Law Chapter 38 Effective: 07/01/2026
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Bill Summary · S 1239

Legislative bill overview

S 1239 amends Idaho law to revise the definition of "daycare" within the context of sex offender regulations. The bill modifies how daycare facilities are legally defined, which affects where sex offenders are restricted from being present or working. The specific changes to the definition determine which facilities and care settings fall under sex offender proximity restrictions.

Why is this important

The definition of "daycare" directly impacts public safety policies by determining which childcare settings have legal protections against sex offender presence. Changes to this definition could either expand protections to additional care settings or narrow them to specific facility types. This affects both childcare providers and sex offender registration/restriction requirements across Idaho.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of restriction: Whether the revised definition expands protections to family daycare homes, in-home babysitters, or other informal childcare arrangements, or narrows it to licensed facilities only
  • Definitional clarity: Whether the new definition creates clear, enforceable standards or introduces ambiguity about which facilities must comply with sex offender restrictions
  • Practical enforcement: How providers and law enforcement will identify and verify compliance with restrictions under the revised definition

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

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