Question 1

What is HB 602?

Accepted Answer

FOREIGN LAWS – Adds to existing law to establish provisions prohibiting the use of foreign laws in Idaho courts.. Adds new Chapter 6 to Title 73, Idaho Code, prohibiting Idaho courts from enforcing foreign laws that violate fundamental rights under US or Idaho constitutions, including due process, free speech, religion, privacy, and marriage.

Question 2

What is the current status of HB 602?

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The current status of HB 602 is: Effective.

Question 3

Who sponsored HB 602?

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HB 602 was sponsored by JUDICIARY, RULES AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE, Senator Toews, Representative Scott, Senator Lenney, Representative Beiswenger, Representative Rasor, Representative Wisniewski, Representative Price, Representative Shepherd, Representative Alfieri, Representative Harris, Representative Bruce, Representative Hawkins, Representative Barbieri, Representative Burgoyne, Representative Redman, Representative Leavitt, Representative Boyle, Representative Skaug, Representative Mitchell, Representative Tanner(14B), Representative Ehardt, Representative Cayler, Representative Crane(12B), Representative Hostetler.

Question 4

When was HB 602 introduced?

Accepted Answer

HB 602 was introduced on February 6, 2026.

Question 5

Which chamber is HB 602 in?

Accepted Answer

HB 602 originated in the Idaho House.

HB 602: FOREIGN LAWS – Adds to existing law to establish provisions prohibiting the use of foreign laws in Idaho courts.

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