This bill introduces a new chapter, Chapter 7, to Title 74 of the Idaho Code, aimed at enhancing transparency and ethical governance in legislative travel. It establishes the legislative intent to foster public confidence by mandating that elected legislators and candidates for legislative office report any travel expenses covered by third parties. Specifically, it requires that all legislative candidates appearing on a general election ballot, current members, and members-elect of the Idaho legislature report travel outside of Idaho that is related to legislative or governmental purposes, or public policy issues, if such travel is paid for by another individual or entity. However, travel funded through campaign contributions or personal funds is exempt from these reporting requirements.

The bill outlines the specific information that must be included in the travel report, such as the destination, dates, purpose, cost, and the name and address of the paying entity. It also imposes a penalty for non-compliance, with a late fee of $25 per day for those who fail to submit the required report within thirty days of the travel. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, following the declaration of an emergency to expedite its implementation.