This bill repeals Chapter 48 of Title 19 of the Idaho Code, which relates to the Criminal Justice Integrated Data System Act, and introduces a new Chapter 48 in Title 67, called the "Insight Integrated Data Systems Act." The new chapter establishes a centralized data repository managed by the state controller's office, aimed at integrating and sharing data among local governments, state agencies, and volunteer entities involved in criminal justice and behavioral health systems. It emphasizes enhancing data-driven decision-making while protecting sensitive personal information and creates a Data Oversight Council to oversee the data system and approve data analysis requests.

Additionally, the bill amends various sections of the Idaho Code to enhance the authority and procedures of the Board of Environmental Quality and the Department of Environmental Quality. Key changes include the removal of references to the Department of Health and Welfare, consolidating environmental protection functions under the Department of Environmental Quality. The bill also introduces new requirements for rulemaking, such as specifying differences from federal regulations and using the best available peer-reviewed science. It establishes that rules must be temporary until enacted as statute by the legislature and clarifies that the designation of protected rivers requires legislative approval. The bill aims to streamline environmental governance and enhance accountability within the Department of Environmental Quality while also addressing public health and safety regulations, tax exemptions, and the confidentiality of various records.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 20-503, 20-704, 22-113, 22-5407, 39-102A, 39-105, 39-106, 39-107, 39-107D, 39-113, 39-3623, 42-1734B, 54-2602, 54-3307, 54-5002, 56-1003, 63-602P, 63-1309, 74-105