This bill proposes to officially rename Lewis-Clark State College to Lewis-Clark State University, reflecting its status as a four-year institution while ensuring that the university's mission and academic classification remain unchanged. The legislation includes amendments to various sections of the Idaho Code to replace all references to "Lewis-Clark State College" with "Lewis-Clark State University," thereby maintaining consistency in legal texts. Additionally, the bill makes technical corrections related to the governance structure and operational provisions of the university, including updates to the powers and duties of its board of trustees and the administration of retirement programs for staff.

Moreover, the bill establishes the normal school income fund, which will support beneficiaries of the normal school endowment, and stipulates that no more than 50% of the fund's earnings can be appropriated for the support of Lewis-Clark State University or Idaho State University. It also revises definitions related to state institutions of higher education, including the deletion of the term "college" from Lewis-Clark State College, and sets forth regulations regarding noncompetitive contracts with state institutions. The bill further clarifies employment classifications and procurement processes, and it declares an emergency for immediate effect upon passage and approval.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 1-505, 33-101, 33-107A, 33-107C, 33-3101, 33-3102, 33-3104, 33-3106, 33-3113, 33-3114, 33-3116, 33-3301B, 33-3302, 33-3701, 33-3717A, 33-3726, 33-3803, 41-4002, 67-2332A, 67-5302, 67-9203, 67-9801