STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS28307C1 / S1044
Currently in Idaho, urban renewal boards may, but are not required to, be elected by the citizens, and either
way they have the power of eminent domain. These boards are created by a municipality whose governance,
be it city council or county commission, are elected by the people and also have the power of eminent domain.
This bill seeks to remove the power of eminent domain from unelected urban renewal boards, making them
advisory only on such issues, and moving the final decision to the elected municipal body. This will result in
more direct accountability to the voters.
FISCAL NOTE
There should be no fiscal impact to the state or local municipality for these changes.
Contact:
Senator Mary Souza
(208) 332-1000
Senator Jim Rice
(208) 332-1423
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: 01/28/2021, 3:56 PM


Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 7-701A, 50-2006, 50-2010