This bill amends Section 59-901 of the Idaho Code to establish that subscribing to the oath of office for an elective federal, statewide, or legislative position will create a vacancy in any other elective office held by the individual under specific conditions. The new provisions specify that this applies to individuals in cities with populations of 1,000 or more, school districts with 500 or more enrolled students, and highway districts in counties with populations of 10,000 or more, based on the most recent decennial census. Additionally, the bill clarifies that this rule does not apply to individuals who take the oath as temporary substitutes or emergency interim successors.

The bill also includes technical corrections to the existing law and maintains the current conditions under which elective offices may become vacant, such as resignation, death, or felony conviction. The effective date for this legislation is set for January 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 59-901