REVISED
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS31237 / S1357
This legislation protects the Constitutional right to equal protection under the law in Idaho's institutions for
higher education. It creates a new Chapter 68, Title 33, Idaho Code to prevent Idaho's public colleges and
universities from establishing diversity, equity, and inclusion bureaucracies. It bars the use of public funds to
support diversity, equity, and inclusion offices, officers, and employees. It bans the use of political loyalty tests
when selecting candidates for employment or college admission. Finally, it also prohibits mandatory diversity
training for students, faculty, and employees at Idaho's public institutions for higher education.
FISCAL NOTE
Removal of directors and support staff for diversity, equity, and inclusion offices at the four universities is
expected to return an estimated $3,227,000 to the general fund for fiscal year 2025. Additional savings may be
realized from discontinuing operating costs supporting these departments or removing additional positions that
qualify under this legislation's definition of diversity officers.
Contact:
Senator Brian Lenney
(208) 332-1000
Senator Scott Herndon
(208) 332-1349
Representative Elaine Price
(208) 332-1048
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: 02/26/2024, 9:56 AM