STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS27763C1 / S1362
The purpose of this legislation is to allow citizens to petition the Attorney General to investigate alleged
violations of Idaho's open meeting law when the county prosecuting attorney fails to take action. If the A.G.
determines that probable cause of a violation exists, he shall refer it back to the prosecuting attorney. If the
prosecuting attorney still takes no action, the A.G., at his discretion, may pursue nonjudicial remedies.
FISCAL NOTE
The Attorney General's office estimates that this responsibility may require an additional deputy attorney
general and a paralegal, resulting in a fiscal impact to the General Fund of $204,300 for the year ended June
30, 2021, and $153,600 each year thereafter. There may be additional costs to some county prosecuting
attorney offices, however, this legislation does not expand their current duties and obligations.
Contact:
Senator Brent Hill
(208) 332-1300
Representative Doug Ricks
(208) 332-1053
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 INTRODUCED: 02/24/2020, 4:39 PM


Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 31-2002, 67-1401, 74-208