This bill amends Idaho Code sections 34-708A and 34-711A to update the provisions regarding independent candidates for president and the certification of independent presidential electors. The amendments to Section 34-708A specify that any person wishing to run as an independent candidate for president must file a declaration of candidacy by August 1, which must include a petition signed by 1,000 qualified electors. The previous requirement for candidates to declare both president and vice president as a single office has been removed, and the verification of signatures on the petition must be completed by September 1.

In Section 34-711A, the bill clarifies that independent presidential candidates must certify the names of their vice presidential candidate and electors to the secretary of state by September 1, with a possible extension of up to five days. The secretary of state is responsible for certifying these candidates to county clerks by September 7. The bill declares an emergency, making it effective from July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 34-708A, 34-711A