STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS31159 / H0578
This legislation creates Section 16-1648, Idaho Code, to establish provisions prohibiting religious
discrimination for adoption and foster care stakeholders. This includes prohibiting religious discrimination by
the state government against foster parents and people that advise, provide, or facilitate adoption or foster care
services. A person may bring an action to assert a claim under this section to seek relief and damages if they
believe discriminatory actions was taken against them.
FISCAL NOTE
This legislation causes no additional expenditure of funds at the state or local government nor does it cause an
increase or decrease in revenue for the state or local government therefore the legislation has no fiscal impact.
Contact:
Representative Megan Blanksma
(208) 332-1000
Senator Kelly Anthon
(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: 02/15/2024, 10:21 AM