REVISED
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS30723 / H0342
This legislation amends Idaho Code, Section 18-622 to eliminate the trigger provision and change the
affirmative defense structure of the law into an objective standard. Specific exceptions with regard to life
threatening conditions are also further defined. The legislation also provides additional clarifying language
with regard to the reporting standard on rape and incest.
FISCAL NOTE
This legislation causes no additional expenditure of funds at the state or local level of government nor does
it cause an increase or decrease in revenue for state or local government therefor the legislation has no fiscal
impact.
Contact:
Representative Megan Blanksma
Senator Todd Lakey
(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: 03/20/2023, 12:42 PM


Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 18-604, 18-622