The bill amends the Idaho Contractor Registration Act by updating the application process for contractor registration, enhancing the board's authority to investigate and discipline contractors, and establishing provisions for reinstatement after disciplinary actions. Key changes include the requirement for applicants to provide additional information such as a physical address, proof of an assumed business name, and a designated individual responsible for compliance with applicable laws. The bill also mandates that contractors provide necessary documents during investigations and allows the board to impose civil penalties for violations, including the refusal to renew registrations.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new provisions that enable the board to prohibit individuals associated with a revoked registration from registering under a different name if they have faced multiple disciplinary actions. It also allows for the possibility of reinstating a suspended or revoked registration if certain conditions are met, such as eliminating the grounds for suspension and ensuring public interest is not jeopardized. The bill declares an emergency, making it effective from July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 54-5210, 54-5215, 54-5216