This bill primarily focuses on the repeal and amendment of several sections of the Idaho Code related to the Empowering Parents Grant Program. It repeals Sections 33-1029, 33-1030, 33-1031, 33-1032, 33-1033, and 33-1034, which pertain to statutory construction, definitions, the grant program itself, and the parent advisory panel. Additionally, it amends Section 33-1031 to establish the termination of grant awards and outlines the process for administering the program, including the prioritization of grant awards based on household income.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new provisions that state no grant awards shall be made under the program on or after the effective date of the act, although grants awarded prior to this date may still be utilized. It also amends Section 33-1034 to clarify the structure of the Empowering Parents Grant Program Fund, detailing its sources of funding and stipulating that any unobligated cash balance in the fund will be transferred to the general fund by June 30, 2028. The bill declares an emergency, making certain sections effective immediately upon passage, while others will take effect on July 1, 2028.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 33-1029, 33-1030, 33-1031, 33-1032, 33-1033, 33-1034
Engrossment 1: 33-1029, 33-1030, 33-1031, 33-1032, 33-1033, 33-1034