STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS30963 / H0408
This bill adds a new section to Title 5, Chapter 3 of the Idaho Code relating to limited immunity from liability
for acts or omissions of volunteer ski and bike patrols at Idaho’s mountain recreation areas. The patrollers
must possess qualifications meeting the standards of the National Ski Patrol. Idaho’s Good Samaritan statute
is inadequate to sufficiently protect volunteer patrollers from exposure to liability for various aid they provide
to the visitors to the areas they serve. This bill will advance the public policy of encouraging these volunteers,
and those thinking of volunteering, to provide immediate assistance in times of great need.
FISCAL NOTE
This legislation causes no additional expenditure of funds at the state or local level of government, nor does it
cause and increase or decrease in revenue for state or local government. Therefore, the legislation has no fiscal
impact.
Contact:
Representative Chenele Dixon
(208) 332-1000
Senator Abby Lee
(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: 01/18/2024, 8:53 AM