This bill amends Sections 31-131 and 31-142 of the Idaho Code to revise the boundary descriptions for Latah County and Shoshone County. For Latah County, the amendments provide detailed geographic descriptions that clarify the county's boundaries, particularly emphasizing the intersection points with neighboring counties such as Benewah and Shoshone. The bill inserts language that specifies the southwest corner of Shoshone County in relation to Latah County, enhancing the clarity of the boundary delineation. Similarly, the amendments to Shoshone County's boundary description offer a comprehensive outline of its borders, including specific section and township references, ensuring that the legal descriptions are precise and up-to-date for administrative and legal purposes.

Additionally, the bill includes a deletion of the reference to Clearwater County in the description of the southern boundary, indicating a change in jurisdictional delineation. It also establishes Wallace as the county seat and declares an emergency, providing an effective date of July 1, 2025, for these changes. This urgency underscores the importance of updating the county boundaries in the Idaho Code to ensure they are recognized and enforced promptly.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 31-131, 31-142