Amends existing law to require the disclosure of political affiliation in certain election communications.
ELECTIONS -- Amends existing law to require the disclosure of political affiliation in certain election communications.
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
The integrity of our elections is the cornerstone of a free and fair democratic process. Voters deserve clear, accurate,andtransparentinformationtomakeinformeddecisions. However,misleadingoranonymouspolitical messaging can create confusion, undermine trust, and threaten election security. To address this issue, this legislation requires the disclosure of party affiliation on all election-related communications. By clearly identifying the political affiliation behind a message, this reform enhances voter awareness, reduces misinformation, and prevents deceptive practices designed to mislead the public. Securing elections requires accountability. This legislation ensures that candidates, campaigns, and organizations are held to a higher standard of honesty and transparency. By making political affiliations explicit, voters can better assess the motivations and credibility of those seeking to influence their choices. Importantly, this proposal does not restrict free speech or limit political participation. Political candidates already declare their party affiliation when filing for candidacy, and this common-sense reform simply extends that requirement to campaign communications. By providing voters with essential context, this legislation strengthens election integrity and security therefor upholding the trust Idahoans place in the elections process.
HOW THEY VOTED
House Third Reading
YEA (39)
NAY (31)
LATEST ACTION
Introduced, read first time; referred to: State Affairs
BILL INFO
- Session
- 2025
- Chamber
- house
- Status date
- Mar 20, 2025