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HJR 8: PUBLIC LANDS – Proposes an amendment to the state constitution regarding state-owned lands.
Proposes amending Idaho Constitution Article IX, Section 8 to manage state-owned endowment lands and public lands by prioritizing revenue-generating activities first, then public access for recreation, hunting, fishing, and trapping, over sales or exchanges.
Status
Reported Printed (February 5, 2026) · Originated in the Idaho House · Introduced February 4, 2026
Sponsors
- STATE AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
Committees
- JRA for Printing
Bill history
- February 4, 2026 — House: Introduced, read first time, referred to JRA for Printing
- February 5, 2026 — House: Reported Printed and Referred to State Affairs
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