The bill amends various sections of the Idaho Code to revise the governance and compensation structures for members of local government boards and committees, including regional airport authorities, county fair boards, and soil conservation district supervisors. 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 specifies that members shall not receive retirement or health care benefits, and it establishes compensation limits for certain meetings and duties, capping it at $100 per day with an annual limit of $2,500 for commissioners and board members.

Furthermore, the bill introduces changes to the election and appointment processes for these boards, mandating that elections coincide with state elections and outlining procedures for filling vacancies. It also transitions the terms for trustees from six years to four years and clarifies the appointment process, requiring trustees to be resident property owners and registered voters. The amendments aim to enhance accountability, transparency, and fiscal responsibility in the governance of local authorities while ensuring that public funds are managed effectively.

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