This bill amends various sections of the Idaho Code to establish new provisions regarding the election of members to the State Board of Education, including the introduction of a new section, 34-613A, which outlines the election process for board members. Starting with the 2026 general election, five members will be elected, with three serving two-year terms and two serving four-year terms. The bill also specifies the zones from which candidates will be elected, the qualifications required for candidates, and the nomination process. Additionally, it introduces a new section 33-102, which details the composition of the State Board of Education, including the appointment of two members by the governor, and outlines the terms and qualifications for board members.

Furthermore, the bill revises existing provisions related to filing fees and campaign contributions. It allows candidates for the State Board of Education to qualify for office by submitting a nominating petition with signatures from qualified electors in their respective zones. The bill also amends the salary provisions for state elective officers, including a new annual salary for State Board of Education members, and updates the limitations on campaign contributions to include specific amounts for candidates running for the State Board of Education. The bill repeals the previous section 33-102 and declares an emergency, making the act effective on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 34-626, 59-501, 67-6610A, 33-102