The bill amends various sections of the Idaho Code to revise the governance and compensation structures for members of local government boards and committees. Key provisions include the stipulation that members will not receive direct compensation for their services but will be reimbursed for actual and necessary expenses incurred while performing their official duties, as outlined in section 59-509(b) of the Idaho Code. Additionally, the bill explicitly states that members shall not receive retirement or health care benefits. It also modifies the terms for trustees from six years to four years for those elected in 2025 or later, while ensuring that current officials retain their benefits until the end of their respective plan or fiscal years.

Furthermore, the bill increases the compensation for board members from $40 to $200 per properly noticed meeting, with an annual cap raised from $1,000 to $1,200. It establishes that elections for board members will coincide with other state elections and outlines the procedures for filling vacancies. The amendments aim to streamline the governance of local authorities, enhance accountability, and ensure that public funds are managed responsibly, while maintaining a focus on transparency and fiscal responsibility in the operations of these boards.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 21-806, 22-208, 22-306, 22-2410, 22-2721, 22-4302, 25-2604, 25-2612, 27-119, 31-1421, 31-3705, 31-3914, 31-4210, 31-4305, 31-4707, 31-4904, 33-2119, 33-2715, 39-2803, 40-2106