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 serving as temporary substitutes or emergency interim successors in legislative offices.

The bill also includes technical corrections and maintains existing provisions regarding how vacancies occur in elective offices, such as resignation, death, removal, or felony conviction. The effective date for this act is set for January 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 59-901