The bill amends Section 67-4761 of the Idaho Code to revise the composition of the Idaho Broadband Advisory Board. The board will now include three members from the House of Representatives and three from the Senate, along with two nonvoting members with expertise in the broadband industry—one appointed by the Speaker of the House and the other by the President Pro Tempore of the Senate. Additionally, three public members will be appointed by the Governor.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that the grant award process for the Idaho broadband fund will be conducted by an independent third party, which will evaluate the process and provide recommendations to the advisory board. This change aims to enhance the transparency and effectiveness of the grant distribution process. The bill declares an emergency, making it effective on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 67-4761