Idaho Capitol Watch
House Resources & Conservation Committee - Mar 11, 2026 - March 11, 2026
House Resources & Conservation committee heard North Idaho water district presentations, addressed fiber optic infrastructure damage, approved SCR 119 and
House Resources & Conservation committee heard North Idaho water district presentations, addressed fiber optic infrastructure damage, approved SCR 119 and rules 37-02-04 & 37-03-12-2501, held 37-03-07-2501 due to clarity concerns, and sent HB 746 to amending order amid definition
Key topics
- North Idaho Water Districts
- Fiber Infrastructure Damage
- SCR 119
- Shoshone Water Bank Rules
- Stream Channel Alteration Rules
Session highlights
- Quorum call struggles with humorous member counting.
- North Idaho water districts present aquifer management and urban growth challenges.
- Heated debate on fiber companies damaging water infrastructure; Rep. Shepherd calls for AG involvement.
- SCR 119 on Region 2 water needs unanimously passes 'do pass'.
- Shoshone Water Bank Rules (37-02-04) approved after 'shall to will' questions.
Bills discussed
Duration: 2h 21m ยท 9 participants
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