Agency Legislation
OGCC Oil and Gas Statute Updates
Per Idaho code, the Idaho Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (OGCC) is attached to IDL for administrative purposes.
In August 2021, the OGCC directed staff to study Idaho Code § 47-3, Oil and Gas Wells – Geologic Information and Prevention of Waste, and make recommendations for improving the law based on lessons learned since 2017 when the statutes were modernized by the Idaho Legislature.
This direction resulted in a year-long process rooted in public involvement that culminated in the Commission approving the sixth draft of proposed statutory changes. To ensure citizens’ voices were heard during this process, staff launched a public outreach webpage that documented the process and solicited feedback from all stakeholders.
The resulting legislative proposal, approved by the Commission at its May 19, 2022, meeting:
- Provides additional guidance to operators, mineral interest owners and the state.
- Improves and clarifies reporting guidelines for operators.
- Changes the makeup of the commission by removing the Director of the Department of Lands.
- Updates the technical requirements of commissioners to better reflect the needs in Idaho.
- Defines just and reasonable terms for integration.
Status Report
- A print hearing for this bill has not yet been scheduled
Non-IDL Legislation
We are not tracking any non-IDL legislation at this time.
Rulemaking
In general, the Idaho Legislature first sets policy mandates by passing statutes, then state agencies create administrative rules to aid in implementing the statutes, if needed. This process allows for the public along with scientific, economic, or industry experts to help guide how statutes are implemented by state agencies.
Rules for Selling Forest Products on State-Owned Endowment Lands
IDAPA 20.02.14 - Pending Rule
The Rules for Selling Forest Products on State-Owned Endowment Lands (IDAPA 20.02.14) apply to purchasers of state endowment timber sales and forest products.
This administrative rule establishes a consistent process for selling forest products from state endowment lands by setting minimum requirements for timber sale auctions, initial deposits and bonding, stumpage and interest payment, and timber sale cancellation and termination.
Rules Governing Leases on State-Owned Navigable Waterways
IDAPA 20.03.17 - Pending Fee Rule
The Rules Governing Leases on State-Owned Submerged Lands and Formerly Submerged Lands (IDAPA 20.03.17) establish a consistent process to authorize specific encroachments on state-owned submerged lands and collect annual rent for their use. These uses typically include marinas, community docks, non-navigational encroachments, and oversized private docks that occupy the state’s lakes.
This lease program is funded by the Navigable Waterways Fund, a state dedicated fund. As a dedicated fund, those who benefit from this program pay for the services it provides. This rulemaking increases application and assignment fees to cover the actual administrative costs of processing submerged land leases.
Current lease holders will not be affected by this fee increase now, but applicants for new leases and those seeking to renew expiring leases in the future will pay increased fees. No fiscal impact to the General Fund is anticipated.
Hearings and Events
January 11 - Change in Employee Compensation Committee Meeting
January 18 - Change in Employee Compensation Committee Meeting
January 20 - IDL Budget Presentation to JFAC
- 8:15 am to 9:00 am MT
- State Capitol Room C310
- Livestream the hearing from Room C310
- Dustin Miller will present IDL's budget to the committee; Donna Caldwell and Craig Foss will also attend the hearing
January 24 - Forestry Day at the Legislature
- 11:30 am to 1:00 pm MT
- Boise Center on the Grove East, Room 410
- Dustin Miller, Craig Foss, Jim Elbin, Michele Andersen, Bill Haagenson and Scott Phillips will attend this event
- Hosted by the Society of American Foresters, discussing the theme "From Our Forests to Your Home"
Reports Due to the Legislature
Annual Report
Annually on or before December 1, IDL is required to report to the Land Board concerning the condition, management and financial transactions of the department.
GNA
IDL shall report to the legislature and federal agencies, as appropriate (at least annually) as to the status and performance of any proposed or executive agreements under GNA.
Hazard Pay
IDL shall submit a report to the Division of Financial Management and Legislative Services Office detailing Hazard Pay provided during the previous fiscal year.
Land Exchange
On or before January 15 of each year the Land Board shall submit a report to both houses of the legislature and to the Audit Division of the Legislative Service Office about state endowment lands exchanged and acquired.
OHV Fund
IDL shall annually publish a report specifically identifying the uses of money allocated pursuant to the subsection.
Qualifying Contracts
State agencies must report annually to the legislature on all qualifying contracts entered into by the agency the previous year. It must include the following for each contract: the amount, the duration, the parties, and the subject.
Snowmobile Fund
IDL shall annually publish a report specifically identifying the uses of money allocated pursuant to the subsection.
Timber License Plates
IDL shall prepare an annual report that is sent to ITD regarding revenues and expenditures associated with funds collected for the special license plate.
Germane Committees
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