The bill amends Section 49-306 of the Idaho Code to introduce a voluntary donation option for applicants of driver's licenses and permits, allowing them to contribute $2.00 towards organ donation and vision health. Contributions for organ donation will be directed to the organ donation contribution fund, while those for vision health will support Envision Sight, an Idaho nonprofit focused on vision screening and eye health. Additionally, the bill includes a technical correction to existing law and updates the age requirement for applicants seeking a class D or equivalent license to ensure they are at least sixteen years of age.

Moreover, the bill amends Section 49-2447 to ensure proper distribution and accounting of funds collected for Envision Sight, mandating an annual report to the legislature detailing the funds received and their usage. It also expands the responsibilities of the Idaho Transportation Department regarding the organ donation contribution fund and establishes that funds collected for Intermountain Donor Services will be used to maintain a statewide organ donation registry and promote awareness. Interest earned on idle funds will be distributed quarterly to both organizations based on their contribution ratios. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 49-306
Engrossment 1: 49-306, 49-2447
Engrossment 2: 49-306, 49-2447