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TERRORIST CONTROL ACT – Amends existing law to provide for the crime of domestic terrorism.

68th Legislature, 1st Regular Session (2025)

House Bill 285 defines domestic terrorism, establishes penalties up to life imprisonment, and ensures due process protections for individuals accused of such acts.

Reported Printed and Referred to Judiciary, Rules & Administration
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Bill Summary · H 285

Summary of House Bill 285: Terrorist Control Act

Bill Overview

  • Bill Number: H 285
  • Title: Terrorist Control Act
  • Introduced: February 20, 2025
  • Status: Reported Printed and Referred to Judiciary, Rules & Administration
  • Classification: Bill
  • Subject Areas: Courts, Criminal Offenses and Procedures, Government, Homeland Security, Safety, Security

Purpose and Intent

House Bill 285 aims to amend the existing Idaho Terrorist Control Act by:
- Defining the crime of domestic terrorism.
- Clarifying the definitions of terrorism and related terms.
- Ensuring that individuals are not labeled as domestic terrorists without constitutionally protected due process.

Key Provisions

The bill includes several significant amendments to Idaho Code:

  1. Definition of Domestic Terrorism:

    • Activities within Idaho that constitute a felony and involve violent acts intended to harm human life or disrupt lawful activities.
    • Includes the use of weapons of mass destruction.

  2. Criminalization of Domestic Terrorism:

    • Establishes penalties for individuals found guilty of domestic terrorism, which can include life imprisonment or fines up to $50,000.

  3. Prohibited Activities:

    • Criminalizes conspiracies or actions intended to intimidate or coerce individuals or groups, including training for civil disorder or domestic terrorism.

  4. Material Support:

    • Defines and penalizes the provision of material support to terrorists or domestic terrorists, with penalties of up to 15 years imprisonment and fines.

  5. Technical Corrections:

    • Makes various technical corrections to existing laws to align with the new definitions and provisions.

Impact

  • Affected Parties:

    • Individuals engaging in activities classified as domestic terrorism or providing support to such activities.
    • Law enforcement agencies tasked with enforcing these new definitions and penalties.

  • Due Process Protections:

    • The bill emphasizes the importance of due process, ensuring that individuals are not unjustly labeled as domestic terrorists.

Fiscal Note

  • The legislation is projected to have no fiscal impact on the General Fund, as it primarily involves changes to criminal definitions without increasing government expenditures or revenues.

Procedural Timeline

  • February 20, 2025: Bill introduced and referred to Judiciary, Rules & Administration.
  • February 21, 2025: Reported printed and referred for further consideration.

Conclusion

House Bill 285 seeks to enhance the legal framework surrounding terrorism in Idaho by clearly defining domestic terrorism and establishing appropriate penalties while safeguarding individual rights. The bill reflects a commitment to public safety while ensuring constitutional protections are upheld.

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

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