STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS28268 / H0016
This proposed legislation restores the separation and balance of powers between the executive and legislative
branches of government. Specifically, this legislation ensures that all Idahoans have the right to work, provide
for their families and contribute to the economy during any emergency disaster declaration. The legislation
also limits the length of emergency disaster declarations to a maximum of 30 days unless extended by a
legislative concurrent resolution. All constitutional rights guaranteed by the United States Constitution and the
Constitution of the State of Idaho, and explicitly the right to assemble for worship, are definitively protected
in the legislation. The legislation clarifies that the governor may not alter, adjust or suspend Idaho Code
during a disaster declaration. And finally, this legislation terminates all currently existing emergency disaster
declarations that have existed longer than 30 days.
FISCAL NOTE
There is no expected fiscal impact to the General Fund, nor to any other state or local budgets or agencies. This
legislation allows the legislature to extend disaster declarations; consequently, any federal funds associated
with an emergency disaster declaration can be continued.
Contact:
Representative Jason A. Monks
(208) 332-1000
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: 01/21/2021, 8:43 AM


Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 46-1008