REVISED
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS27328 / S1263
This bill removes the sunset clause of Idaho Code § 72-438 which was introduced and passed in 2016 as
enumerated in 2016 Idaho Session Law chapter 276, page 765, section 3; making this statute permanent.
FISCAL NOTE
When Idaho Code § 72-438 was amended in 2016, The National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI)
anticipated increase to worker's compensation premiums. Since the passage of this bill in 2016, base rates to
firefighters worker's compensation premiums have decreased by 18 percent in Idaho.
There is no fiscal impact to the general fund as there was no fiscal impact to the general fund in the original Bill.
Contact:
Senator Regina M. Bayer
(986) 200-8701
Rob Shoplock
(208) 573-4706
DISCLAIMER: This statement of purpose and fiscal note are a mere attachment to this bill and prepared by a proponent
of the bill. It is neither intended as an expression of legislative intent nor intended for any use outside of the legislative
process, including judicial review (Joint Rule 18).
Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note Bill SOP/FN REVISED: 02/03/2020, 2:26 PM