The bill amends the Idaho Code to increase filing fees for candidates across various offices, significantly raising the fees for the United States Senate from $500 to $1,000, and for the House of Representatives from $300 to $500. Additionally, the filing fees for several state offices, including the Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, State Controller, State Treasurer, Attorney General, and Superintendent of Public Instruction, are all increased to $1,000. The fees for state representatives and senators are raised from $30 to $250, while district judges will now pay $250 instead of $150. The filing fee for county commissioners is also increased from $40 to $100, with all fees being deposited into the general fund.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new requirement for county coroners to attend a coroner's school within one year of taking office, which must be endorsed by the Idaho state association of county coroners. It also updates the terminology regarding peace officers, changing "peace officers" to "peace officer" standards and training. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, following the declaration of an emergency.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 34-604, 34-605, 34-608, 34-609, 34-610, 34-611, 34-612, 34-613, 34-614, 34-615, 34-616, 34-617, 34-618, 34-619, 34-620, 34-621, 34-622, 34-623