This bill aims to streamline and update Idaho's water resource laws by repealing several outdated and unnecessary sections of the Idaho Code. Specifically, it repeals a total of 24 sections, including those related to ground water recharge, the director's report to the governor, and multiple provisions concerning the Salmon Falls Creek and Columbia Interstate Compacts. The legislative intent is to ensure that the laws serve the public health, safety, and welfare effectively.

The bill emphasizes the need for a comprehensive review of existing laws to identify and eliminate obsolete provisions. By declaring an emergency, the bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, ensuring that the legislative changes are implemented promptly to better serve the citizens of Idaho.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 42-232, 42-1704, 42-1776, 42-3307, 42-3308, 42-3309, 42-3310, 42-3311, 42-3312, 42-3319, 42-3320, 42-3321, 42-3322, 42-3323, 42-3324, 42-3505, 42-3506, 42-3507, 42-3508, 42-3509, 42-3510, 42-3511