REVISED
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS30414 / H0186
This legislation amends the Methods of Execution statute to add the firing squad as an alternative method of
execution when lethal injection is unavailable. The purpose of this legislation is to ensure that the State of
Idaho can carry out timely, lawfully ordered executions now and in the future.
FISCAL NOTE
This legislation will not have an ongoing effect on the General Fund because the cost of conducting an execution
by firing squad should not differ significantly from the cost of conducting an execution by lethal injection. There
will be an estimated $750,000 one-time cost for the Department of Correction to refurbish its facility to meet
safety and execution requirements for the firing squad. This legislation will have no effect on local government
funds.
Contact:
Representative Bruce D. Skaug
(208) 332-1000
Senator Doug Ricks
(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: 03/01/2023, 8:58 AM


Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 19-2716