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:
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Provides additional guidance to operators, mineral interest owners and the state.
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Improves and clarifies reporting guidelines for operators.
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Changes the makeup of the commission by removing the Director of the Department of Lands.
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Updates the technical requirements of commissioners to better reflect the needs in Idaho.
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Defines just and reasonable terms for integration.
Status Report
- A print hearing for this RS29948. OGCC Oil and Gas Statute Updates, has been scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 9, at 1:30 p.m. MT in the House Resources and Conservation Committee
Non-IDL Legislation
House Bill 12 - State Agencies, Donations, Sponsors
This legislation adds to existing law to prohibit state agencies from donating to or sponsoring a nongovernmental event or organization, to provide exceptions, and to provide a penalty.
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01/19 Introduced, read first time, referred to JRA for Printing
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01/20 Reported Printed and Referred to State Affairs
House Bill 14 - Human Resources, Compensation
This legislation amends existing law to provide for advancements in pay based on certain factors and to provide for retention bonuses in certain circumstances.
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01/20 Introduced, read first time, referred to JRA for Printing
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01/23 Reported Printed and Referred to Commerce & Human Resources
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01/26 Reported out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation; Filed for Second Reading
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01/27 Read second time: Filed for Third Reading
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01/30 U.C. to hold place on third reading calendar one day
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01/31 House - U.C. to be returned to Commerce & Human Resources
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02/01 Received from the House passed; filed for first reading
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02/01 Introduced, read first time; referred to: Commerce & Human Resources
House Bill 17 - State Personnel, Overtime Work
This legislation amends existing law to revise the definition of “overtime work.”
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01/20 Introduced, read first time, referred to JRA for Printing
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01/23 Reported Printed and Referred to Commerce & Human Resources
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01/26 Reported out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation; Filed for Second Reading
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01/27 Read second time: Filed for Third Reading
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01/30 U.C. to hold place on third reading calendar one day
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01/31 House - Passed: 68-0-2; title approved, to Senate
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02/01 Received from the House passed; filed for first reading
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02/01 Introduced, read first time; referred to: Commerce & Human Resources
House Bill 43 - Fish and Game, Interference
This legislation adds a civil remedy to address violations of intentional access obstruction to public lands and certain private lands.
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01/27 Introduced, read first time, referred to JRA for Printing
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01/30 Reported Printed and Referred to Ways & Means
House Bill 91 - Government Employees, Membership Fees (NEW)
This legislation would prohibit the use of tax dollars by public officers, public employees, and subdivisions of government for membership fees or dues to any organization unless required to do so by law or required to maintain a professional licensure for state employment.
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02/06 Introduced, read first time, referred to JRA for Printing
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02/07 Reported Printed and Referred to State Affairs
House Bill 97 - List of State Government Agreements (NEW)
This legislation requires agencies to report all agreements to the State Controller, and for him to track them for purposes of transparency.
- 02/07 Introduced, read first time, referred to JRA for Printing
House Joint Memorial 1 - Oregon, Idaho Boundaries (NEW)
This memorial authorizes the Idaho and Oregon legislatures to begin official discussions on whether it is feasible to move the Idaho border into Eastern Oregon.
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02/01 Introduced, read first time, referred to JRA for Printing
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02/02 Reported Printed and Referred to State Affairs
Senate Bill 1001 - State Owned Dwellings
This legislation repeals the existing code that requires rules for state agencies to manage the acquisition, rental, tax status, and record-keeping for state-owned dwellings. The rules duplicate various statutes.
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01/13 Introduced; read first time; referred to JR for Printing
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01/16 Reported Printed; referred to State Affairs
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01/23 Reported out of Committee with Do Pass Recommendation; Filed for second reading
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01/24 Read second time; filed for Third Reading
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01/26 Senate - Passed 34-0-1; title approved - to House
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01/27 House - received from the Senate; first reading; referred to State Affairs
Senate Bill 1021 - Priest Lake, Outlet Structures (Updated)
This legislation clarifies that the existing Priest Lake outlet control structure is under the sole and exclusive supervision and control of the Idaho Water Resource Board and requires approval of the Idaho State Legislature and the Governor before any additional outlet control structure from the lake may be constructed.
Senate Bill 1049 - Endowment Land Notices, Restrictions (NEW)
This is the legislation authored by recreation stakeholders IDL worked with over the past year. The bill protects State land from being abused and misused.
- 02/07 Introduced; read first time; referred to JR for Printing
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.
Status Report (UPDATED)
- The Senate Resources and Environment Committee heard these rules on Monday, January 23, at 1:30 p.m.
- The House Resources and Conservation heard these rules on Tuesday, January 31, at 1:30 pm in Room WW40.
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The docket was presented by Jeremy Shawver, Lands Section Manager for Timber Sales and Contract Administration
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The committee did not vote on these rules during the Jan. 31, 2023 hearing
- Download the recording of the hearing
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The committee rescheduled its hearing slated for Feb. 9, 2023, to vote on this docket to a future date yet to be determined
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.
Status Report (UPDATED)
- The Senate Resources and Environment Committee heard these rules on Monday, January 23, at 1:30 p.m.
- The House Resources and Conservation heard these rules on Tuesday, January 31, at 1:30 pm in Room WW40
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The docket was presented by Mick Thomas, Division Administrator for Minerals, Navigable Waters, Oil & Gas
- The committee did not vote on these rules during the Jan. 31, 2023 hearing
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Download the recording of the hearing
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The committee rescheduled its hearing slated for Feb. 9, 2023, to vote on this docket to a future date yet to be determined
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
January 23 - IDL Rules in Senate Resources and Environment Committee
January 24 - Forestry Day at the Legislature
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11:30 am to 1:00 pm MT
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Boise Center on the Grove East, Room 410
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Dustin Miller, Craig Foss, Jim Elbin, Michele Andersen, Bill Haagenson and Scott Phillips attended this event
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Hosted by the Society of American Foresters, discussed the theme "From Our Forests to Your Home"
January 31 - IDL Rules in House Resources and Conservation Committee
January 31 - Idaho Association of Counties Midwinter Legislative Conference Public Lands Committee Meeting
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4:00 pm MT
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Riverside Hotel, Boise - Juniper room
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Dustin Miller presented information about the Idaho Master Fire Agreement to the committee
February 7 - Idaho Farm Bureau Legislative Dinner
February 7 - Idaho Sportsmen Policy Meeting
February 9 - House Resources and Conservation Committee Print Hearing for RS29948, GCC Oil and Gas Statute Updates (UPDATED)
February TBD - House Resources and Conservation Committee to Vote on IDL Rule Dockets (UPDATED)
February 13 - IDL Fire Modernization Presentation in the Senate Resources and Environment Committee
February 13 - IDL Fire Modernization Presentation in the House Resources and Conservation Committee
February 15 - How Endowment Land Supports Public Schools Presentation in the House Education Committee (UPDATED)
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.
Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Fund
IDL shall annually publish a report specifically identifying the uses of money allocated pursuant to the subsection.
Over Snow Vehicle (OSV) 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.
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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