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SB 1129: ACTIONS IN PARTICULAR CASES – Adds to existing law to establish provisions regarding the deprivation of religious liberty or freedom of speech by a governmental entity.
Creates new Chapter 37, Title 6, Idaho Code, establishing a cause of action against governmental entities for depriving citizens of religious liberty (Art. I, §4) or freedom of speech (Art. I, §9). Provides for attorney's fees up to $25,000, limits noneconomic damages to $20,000, and includes strict scrutiny exception. Effective July 1, 2025.
Status
Reported Printed (February 25, 2025) · Originated in the Idaho Senate · Introduced February 24, 2025
Sponsors
- JUDICIARY AND RULES COMMITTEE
Committees
- JR for Printing
Bill history
- February 24, 2025 — Senate: Introduced; read first time; referred to JR for Printing
- February 25, 2025 — Senate: Reported Printed; referred to State Affairs
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