This bill amends Section 3-409 of the Idaho Code, which pertains to the license fees for attorneys practicing law in Idaho. The proposed changes include an increase in license fees for various categories of legal practitioners, effective for the year 2025 and beyond. For instance, the fee for active members admitted before July 1 will rise from $155 to $175, and for those admitted after July 1, it will increase from $100 to $115. Additionally, the fees for subsequent years will also see increases, with the fee for active members after the third year of admission rising from $380 to $425, and for those admitted in 2026, the fees will further increase to $200 and $130 for the respective admission dates.

The bill also introduces a new category for "Senior members," who will be charged an annual fee of $70, and modifies the fees for inactive and emeritus members, raising their annual fees from $135 to $150. The legislation emphasizes the administration of collected fees by the Idaho State Bar for various purposes, including legal education and public relations. An emergency clause is included, allowing the act to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 3-409
Engrossment 1: 3-409