STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS29018C1 / H0475
This proposal is to eliminate Idaho Code Section 46-802 entirely. Currently Idaho Code Section 46-802 makes
it illegal for a “body of men” to “associate together as a military company or organization” or “parade in public
with firearms in any city or town of this state” unless they’re “called into service of the state.” The restrictions
in this code section are antiquated and are clear violations of the First and Second Amendments to the U.S.
Constitution and Article I, Sections 9, 10, and 11 of the Idaho Constitution. The proposed change will eliminate
this statute entirely.
FISCAL NOTE
This legislation will have no impact on the state’s General fund or any dedicated fund or federal fund because
the proposal is to eliminate a statute and will not require any funding to do so.
Contact:
Steve Stokes, MAJ
Idaho Military Division/Idaho National Guard
(208) 272-5199
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: 01/27/2022, 9:08 AM


Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 46-802