REVISED
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS30083 / H0022
This bill withholds sales and use tax revenue distributions to city or county governments that take actions,
such as proclamations, to refuse to enforce any felony listed in Idaho criminal code. Some local governments
may take it upon themselves to defy state law by refusing to enforce Idaho criminal codes. This bill allows a
remedy to prevent ongoing or future lawlessness. The local government entities have 180 days from the state
tax commission holdback to rescind their proclamation or other actions. Should they not, said funds will be
returned to the General Fund.
FISCAL NOTE
There does not appear to be any fiscal impact to the General Fund. There may be an increased income to the
General Fund, should a local government fail to comply with this statute. There is no discernible increased cost
to local governments as they already have law enforcement agencies engaged in policing felony crimes.
Contact:
Representative Bruce D. Skaug
(208) 332-1000
DISCLAIMER: This statement of purpose and fiscal note are a mere attachment to this bill and prepared by a proponent
of the bill. It is neither intended as an expression of legislative intent nor intended for any use outside of the legislative
process, including judicial review (Joint Rule 18).
Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note Bill SOP/FN REVISED: 01/27/2023, 8:56 AM