House Concurrent Resolution No. 5, introduced by the State Affairs Committee, expresses the opinion of the Idaho Legislature regarding the federal pardon granted to Dr. Anthony Fauci by former President Joe Biden on January 20, 2025. The resolution highlights Dr. Fauci's significant roles in managing the nation's response to COVID-19 and emphasizes that the federal pardon does not inspire confidence in his conduct. It clarifies that while a federal pardon may absolve an individual of federal offenses, it does not extend to state-level crimes or violations, thereby maintaining that Dr. Fauci remains subject to state law.

The resolution further asserts that Dr. Fauci has not been charged with any crimes in Idaho, but should any legal proceedings arise, they would be governed by state law, unaffected by the federal pardon. Ultimately, the Idaho Legislature concludes that a federal pardon does not provide immunity from prosecution or responsibility for state crimes, reinforcing the principle that state legal processes remain intact regardless of federal actions.