REVISED
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS30564 / H0287
This legislation amends the retroactivity clause of the Idaho Energy Conservation Code provisions contained
in Idaho code 39-9701 to make it retroactive to the date of implementation. H660, passed into law in the 2022
legislative session put the 2018 Energy Conservation Code into statute and prohibits local jurisdictions from
adopting energy conservation codes or requirements that differ from or are more extensive than those provided
for in 39-9701. The retroactivity language contained in that chapter has resulted in misinterpretation or abuse
of the legislative intent of H660 by some jurisdictions. This legislation intends to clarify that provisions of
39-9701 are in effect.
FISCAL NOTE
This legislation has no impact on the state general fund. Idaho homebuyers will realize savings as additional,
expensive energy conservation provisions beyond those required by statute will be voluntary and not mandated
by local jurisdictions.
Contact:
Representative Joe A. Palmer
(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: 03/09/2023, 2:35 PM


Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 39-9701