Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 103 addresses the growing housing challenges in Idaho due to an increasing population and rising housing costs. The resolution emphasizes the importance of housing availability for supporting the workforce and economic growth in the state. It calls for a comprehensive review of state and local land use regulations to identify opportunities for balancing oversight with the need for increased housing production. The resolution proposes the establishment of an interim committee tasked with evaluating local land use regulations, city comprehensive plans, and zoning codes to enhance housing affordability and availability while maintaining local control.

The committee will consist of three members from the House of Representatives and three from the Senate, with a focus on including nonlegislative members from various relevant organizations and agencies. This collaborative approach aims to foster transparency and informed decision-making among stakeholders. The committee is expected to report its findings and recommendations, including potential legislation, to the Second Regular Session of the Sixty-eighth Idaho Legislature, ultimately positioning Idaho as a leader in addressing housing affordability while respecting its values of fiscal responsibility and reduced regulatory barriers.