STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS30465 / H0294
This legislation will prohibit an Idaho public entity from entering into certain contracts with companies owned
or operated by the People’s Republic of China, led by the Chinese Communist Party. Chinese information
technology vendors have contracted with state of Idaho and specific identified threats have been purchased
by Idaho that have been banned or restricted from U.S. military and national security networks. Once the
products from these vendors are installed, they can access sensitive personal and financial information held by
courts, police departments, elections departments, education departments, children and family services, and
other social service providers and agencies.
FISCAL NOTE
All future state technology contracts will require vendors without any Chinese origin or connection.
Procurement and sustainment costs for future technology contracts may be more.
Contact:
Representative Edward H. Hill
Representative Sage G. Dixon
(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 INTRODUCED: 03/09/2023, 1:41 PM