STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS31292 / S1320
This legislation would grant highway districts flexibility to serve their public and promote safety. Current law
discourages highway districts from assisting first responders by clearing snow from roads that are not in their
systems, and from doing requested repairs on those roads, as these actions can lead to a legal obligation to fully
maintain them in perpetuity. This bill brings the letter of the law in accordance with the spirit of the law by
providing a common-sense exception regarding timetables of allowable repairs and maintenance done to assist
first responders.
FISCAL NOTE
There is no cost to the State; any relevant operation that highway boards choose to take on would be according
to their own budget constraints.
Contact:
Senator Ben Toews
(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: 02/09/2024, 11:03 AM


Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 40-202
Engrossment 1: 40-202