STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS30773 / H0377
This legislation provides landowners with an additional option when considering preserving agricultural land
in the state. The legislation adds a new chapter to the Idaho Land Use Planning Act that would provide the
legislative authority for local units of government to receive applications from willing landowners to establish
a land use designation, known as an Agricultural Protection Area. The process to review, approve, or reject an
application is outlined in the legislation.
FISCAL NOTE
This legislation does propose creating an Agricultural Lands Protection Fund. This fund may receive money
from state, federal, local government, or private donations. The legislation does not mandate any specific
appropriation, but does provide a fund if an appropriation, donation, or private gift were to be made. This
legislation may also have a modest impact on local government budgets.
Contact:
Braden Jensen, Idaho Farm Bureau Federation
(208) 333-7098
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: 03/28/2023, 4:09 PM