STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS31319 / H0724
This bill limits fund balances for boards and commissions within the Division of Occupational and Professional
Licenses (DOPL) to 150% of the five-year average of annual expenditures. This legislation is necessary to
ensure licensees are not overcharged. Additionally, the bill narrows the rulemaking authority of the Division
Administrator to ensure transparency and consistency with the Occupational Licensing Reform Act. The
bill consolidates all definitions into one definition section. The bill requires a one-time report to the Idaho
Legislature on board and commission compliance with the Occupational Licensing Reform Act.
FISCAL NOTE
This legislation will have no impact on the states General fund or any dedicated fund or federal fund. The
legislation does not add any fee schedules to the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses dedicated
fund.
Contact:
Representative Jordan Redman
(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: 03/20/2024, 10:34 AM


Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 67-2604, 67-2608, 67-9403, 67-9406, 67-9407, 67-9408, 67-9409