Idaho Code § 54-3607 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 36 / Section 54-3607
54-3607 COMMISSION ACCOUNT.
Status: in_force

54-3607. Commission account. (1) The commission may accept tax receipts, grants, donations and gifts of funds from any source for expenditure for any purpose consistent with this act, which may be specified as a condition of any grant, donation or gift. All funds received under the provisions of this act or as provided by law shall be paid to the commission and shall be deposited into a bank account in the name of the Idaho grape growers and wine producers commission. Moneys in the bank account are continuously appropriated and made available for defraying the expenses of the commission in carrying out the provisions of this chapter. Immediately upon receipt, all moneys received by the commission shall be deposited in one (1) or more separate accounts in the name of the commission in one (1) or more banks or trust companies approved under chapter 27, title 67, Idaho Code, as state depositories. The commission shall designate such banks or trust companies. All funds so deposited are hereby continuously appropriated for the purpose of carrying out the provisions of this chapter.

(2) Funds can be withdrawn or paid out of such accounts only upon checks or other orders upon such accounts signed by one (1) officer designated by the commission. The commission shall establish and maintain an adequate and reasonable system of internal accounting controls. The internal accounting controls shall be written, approved and periodically reviewed by the commission.

(3) The right is reserved to the state of Idaho to audit the funds of the commission at any time.

(4) On or before January 15 of each year, the commission shall file with the senate agricultural affairs committee, the house agricultural affairs committee, the legislative council, the state controller, and the division of financial management, a report showing the annual income and expenses by standard classification of the commission during the preceding fiscal year. The report shall also include an estimate of income to the commission for the current and next fiscal year and a projection of anticipated expenses by category for the current and next fiscal year. From and after January 15, 1989, the report shall also include a reconciliation between the estimated income and expenses projected and the actual income and expenses of the preceding fiscal year.

(5) All moneys received or expended by the commission shall be audited annually by a certified public accountant designated by the commission, who shall furnish a copy of such audit to the director of legislative services and to the senate agricultural affairs committee and the house agricultural affairs committee. The audit shall be completed within ninety (90) days following the close of the fiscal year.

(6) The expenditures of the commission are expressly exempted from the provisions of sections 67-2007 and 67-2008, Idaho Code.

History:

[54-3607, added 1984, ch. 42, sec. 1, p. 70; am. 1991, ch. 319, sec. 3, p. 832; am. 1995, ch. 204, sec. 1, p. 699; am. 2003, ch. 32, sec. 27, p. 132; am. 2009, ch. 59, sec. 1, p. 164.]
Idaho Code § 54-909 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 9 / Section 54-909
54-909 BOARD OF DENTISTRY — QUALIFICATIONS OF MEMBERS.
Status: in_force

54-909. Board of dentistry — Qualifications of members. Each professional member of the board shall hold a current, active Idaho license and shall be a resident of the state of Idaho. The consumer member of the board must be a resident of the state of Idaho and shall be representative of the public consumers of dental care services.

History:

[54-909, added 1967, ch. 312, sec. 6, p. 886; am. 1981, ch. 215, sec. 6, p. 393; am. 1983, ch. 126, sec. 3, p. 323; am. 1991, ch. 147, sec. 4, p. 349; am. 1994, ch. 58, sec. 9, p. 104.; am. 2026, ch. 298, sec. 2, p. 1226.]
Idaho Code § 54-1721 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 17 / Section 54-1721
54-1721 UNLAWFUL PRACTICE.
Status: in_force

54-1721. Unlawful practice. (1) It shall be unlawful for any person or business entity to engage in the practice of pharmacy including, but not limited to, pharmaceutical care services in or into Idaho unless licensed or registered to so practice under the provisions of this chapter, except as provided in this subsection:

(a) Practitioners who are licensed under the laws of this state and their agents or employees may deliver and administer prescription drugs to their patients in the practice of their respective professions where specifically authorized to do so by statute of this state;

(b) Nonresident pharmacists who are actively licensed in their state of residence may practice pharmacy into Idaho if employed by or affiliated with and practicing for an Idaho-registered nonresident drug outlet. Only the person in charge of a registered nonresident facility shall be registered to practice into Idaho. All other nonresident pharmacists who are affiliated with and practicing from a nonresident facility are exempt from license and registration requirements for practice into Idaho;

(c) Multistate licensees permitted to engage in the multistate practice of pharmacy in or into Idaho pursuant to section 54-1723B, Idaho Code;

(d) A veterinary drug outlet, as defined in section 54-1704, Idaho Code, does not need to register with the board if the outlet does not dispense for outpatient use any controlled substances listed in chapter 27, title 37, Idaho Code, euthanasia drugs, tranquilizer drugs, neuromuscular paralyzing drugs or general anesthesia drugs;

(e) Employees of the public health districts established under section 39-408, Idaho Code, shall be permitted to engage in the labeling and delivery of prepackaged items pursuant to a valid prescription drug order and in accordance with a formulary established by the district health director; and

(f) Researchers may possess legend drugs for use in their usual and lawful research projects.

(2) It shall be unlawful for any person not legally licensed as a pharmacist to take, use or exhibit the title of pharmacist.

(3) Any person who shall be found to have unlawfully engaged in the practice of pharmacy shall be subject to a fine not to exceed three thousand dollars ($3,000) for each offense. Each such violation of this chapter pertaining to unlawfully engaging in the practice of pharmacy shall also constitute a misdemeanor punishable upon conviction as provided in the criminal code of this state.

History:

[54-1721, added 1979, ch. 131, sec. 3, p. 415; am. 2010, ch. 346, sec. 1, p. 904; am. 2013, ch. 28, sec. 7, p. 59; am. 2018, ch. 37, sec. 4, p. 84; am. 2019, ch. 25, sec. 3, p. 41; am. 2021, ch. 54, sec. 9, p. 167; am. 2024, ch. 69, sec. 11, p. 348; am. 2025, ch. 93, sec. 11, p. 420.]
Idaho Code § 54-4114 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 41 / Section 54-4114
54-4114 TERM OF LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE — RENEWAL AND REINSTATEMENT.
Status: in_force

54-4114. Term of license or certificate — Renewal and reinstatement. All licenses issued under the provisions of this chapter shall be subject to biennial renewal and shall expire unless renewed in the manner prescribed by the board regarding applications for renewal, continuing education, and fees. License renewal and reinstatement shall be in accordance with section 67-2614, Idaho Code.

History:

[54-4114, added 1990, ch. 82, sec. 1, p. 170; am. 1992, ch. 92, sec. 13, p. 290; am. 2003, ch. 21, sec. 19, p. 89; am. 2024, ch. 86, sec. 38, p. 413.]
Idaho Code § 54-5603 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 56 / Section 54-5603
54-5603 SCOPE OF PRACTICE.
Status: in_force

54-5603. SCOPE OF PRACTICE. A licensed genetic counselor may perform the following acts as a genetic counselor:

(1) Obtain and evaluate individual, family and medical histories to determine genetic risk for genetic or medical conditions and diseases in a patient, his offspring and other family members;

(2) Discuss the features, natural history, means of diagnosis, genetic and environmental factors and management of risk for genetic medical conditions and diseases;

(3) Identify and coordinate genetic laboratory tests and other diagnostic studies as appropriate for the genetic assessment;

(4) Integrate genetic laboratory test results and other diagnostic studies with personal and family medical history to assess and communicate risk factors for genetic medical conditions and diseases;

(5) Explain the clinical implications of genetic laboratory tests, other diagnostic studies and results;

(6) Evaluate the client's or family's responses to the condition or risk of recurrence and provide client-centered counseling and anticipatory guidance;

(7) Identify and utilize community resources that provide medical, educational, financial and psychosocial support and advocacy; and

(8) Provide written documentation of medical, genetic and counseling information for families and health care professionals.

History:

[54-5603, added 2015, ch. 128, sec. 1, p. 323.]
Idaho Code § 54-5605 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 56 / Section 54-5605
54-5605 GENETIC COUNSELOR LICENSE REQUIRED.
Status: in_force

54-5605. GENETIC COUNSELOR LICENSE REQUIRED. Effective July 1, 2016, a license shall be required to engage in the practice of genetic counseling. No person shall hold himself out as a genetic counselor unless he is licensed in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. No person who is not so licensed may use in connection with his name or place of business the title genetic counselor, licensed genetic counselor, gene counselor, genetic consultant, genetic associate or any words, letters, abbreviations or insignia indicating or implying that a person holds a genetic counselor license unless such person holds a genetic counselor license.

History:

[54-5605, added 2015, ch. 128, sec. 1, p. 324.]
Idaho Code § 54-2501 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 25 / Section 54-2501
54-2501 SHORT TITLE.
Status: in_force

54-2501. Short title. This act may be cited as the "Idaho racing act."

History:

[54-2501, added 1963, ch. 64, sec. 1, p. 246; am. 1987, ch. 316, sec. 1, p. 661.]
Idaho Code § 54-1705 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 17 / Section 54-1705
54-1705 PRACTICE OF PHARMACY — GENERAL APPROACH.
Status: in_force

54-1705. PRACTICE OF PHARMACY — GENERAL APPROACH. To evaluate whether a specific act is within the practice of pharmacy in or into Idaho, or whether an act can be delegated to other individuals under his supervision, a licensee or registrant of the board of pharmacy shall independently determine whether:

(1) The act is expressly prohibited by:

(a) This chapter;

(b) The uniform controlled substances act, chapter 27, title 37, Idaho Code; or

(c) Any other applicable state or federal laws or regulations;

(2) The act is consistent with the individual's education, training, and experience; and

(3) Performance of the act is within the accepted standard of care that would be provided in a similar setting by a reasonable and prudent individual with similar education, training, and experience.

History:

[54-1705, added 2024, ch. 69, sec. 2, p. 346; am. 2025, ch. 93, sec. 4, p. 417.]
Idaho Code § 54-2312 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 23 / Section 54-2312
54-2312 QUALIFICATIONS FOR LICENSE — ENDORSEMENT.
Status: in_force

54-2312. Qualifications for license — Endorsement. The board may recommend the granting of a license to any person who is licensed or certified by a regulatory board of psychologists in the United States or Canada where such certification or licensure was based on a doctoral degree and who:

(1) Submits a complete application, including the application fee and a license fee not to exceed three hundred dollars ($300) as established by board rule;

(2) Has not been convicted, found guilty, or received a withheld judgment or suspended sentence in this state or in any other state of a crime deemed relevant in accordance with section 67-9411(1), Idaho Code;

(3) Has not had a certification or license revoked, suspended or otherwise sanctioned; and

(4) Has certified under oath that they have reviewed and will abide by the laws and rules governing the practice of psychology in Idaho and the code of ethics of the American psychological association and either:

(a) Holds a current certificate of professional qualification in psychology or holds a certificate of professional standing issued by a national credentialing entity approved by the board by rule; or

(b) Meets the requirements of section 54-2307(2), Idaho Code, and board rules relating to endorsement and educational and credentialing requirements for licensure.

History:

[54-2312, added 1963, ch. 186, sec. 12, p. 549; am. 1969, ch. 464, sec. 19, p. 1304; am. 1976, ch. 166, sec. 19, p. 613; am. 2001, ch. 81, sec. 1, p. 203; am. 2009, ch. 33, sec. 8, p. 93; am. 2022, ch. 246, sec. 20, p. 803.]
Idaho Code § 54-2618 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 26 / Section 54-2618
54-2618 CERTIFICATE TO BE DISPLAYED AND CERTIFICATES OF COMPETENCY AND REGISTRATION CARRIED OR IN VICINITY OF WORK SITE.
Status: in_force

54-2618. Certificate to be displayed and certificates of competency and registration carried or in vicinity of work site. All holders of valid certificates in the contractor and specialty contractor classifications shall display a sign or card, upon a form prescribed and furnished by the division of occupational and professional licenses, for public view in their place of business. All journeymen and specialty journeymen shall have their certificate of competency on their persons or in the immediate vicinity of the work site during working hours. Apprentices and specialty apprentices shall have evidence of registration on their persons or in the immediate vicinity of the work site during working hours.

History:

[(54-2618) 1957, ch. 214, sec. 23, p. 454; am. 1974, ch. 39, sec. 36, p. 1023; am. and redesig. 1984, ch. 123, sec. 19, p. 290; am. 1995, ch. 253, sec. 5, p. 831; am. 1996, ch. 421, sec. 58, p. 1440; am. 2004, ch. 311, sec. 3, p. 874; am. 2023, ch. 15, sec. 54, p. 107.]
Idaho Code § 54-2318 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 23 / Section 54-2318
54-2318 PRESCRIPTIVE AUTHORITY — CERTIFICATION.
Status: in_force

54-2318. prescriptive authority — certification. (1) An applicant for certification of prescriptive authority may be granted such certification by the board if the applicant possesses provisional certification of prescriptive authority and has successfully completed two (2) years of satisfactory prescribing as attested to by the supervising physician or physicians.

(2) An applicant for certification of prescriptive authority who seeks to prescribe for pediatric or geriatric patients shall have completed at least one (1) year of satisfactory prescribing to such patient populations as attested to by a supervising physician or supervising physicians with specialized training and experience in treating such patient populations.

(3) The board shall develop rules to effect the purposes of sections 54-2316 through 54-2319, Idaho Code. Such rules shall include educational and training standards necessary to qualify for certification of prescriptive authority, application and testing procedures, and fees for an application, provisional certification, certification, and renewal of certification. Such fees shall not exceed six hundred dollars ($600) each.

History:

[54-2318, added 2017, ch. 238, sec. 5, p. 589; am. 2024, ch. 86, sec. 21, p. 404.]
Idaho Code § 54-1508 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 15 / Section 54-1508
54-1508 STATE BOARD OF OPTOMETRY — ORGANIZATION — MEETINGS — EXPENSES.
Status: in_force

54-1508. State board of optometry — Organization — Meetings — Expenses. (1) The board of optometry shall meet on or before September 15 of each year and select from its members a chairman and a secretary who shall serve at the pleasure of the board. The secretary shall keep the minutes of the meetings of the board, maintain the files and records of the board, maintain a roster of all persons licensed as optometrists under this act and, on or before October 1 of each year, forward to the division of occupational and professional licenses a certified list of those persons who have paid the fees required by this act.

(2) The board of optometry may meet at stated times and places and shall meet upon the call of its chairman or upon written request of a majority of its members. Three (3) members shall constitute a quorum, and a majority of the members present at a meeting at which a quorum is present shall determine the action of the board. Each member of the board shall be notified of any meeting called for any purpose.

(3) Out of the moneys appropriated to the division from fees paid under section 54-1506(2), Idaho Code, or otherwise appropriated from fees paid under section 54-1506(2), Idaho Code, and deposited in the occupational licenses fund established by section 67-2608, Idaho Code, the members of the board of optometry shall be compensated as provided by section 59-509(n), Idaho Code.

History:

[54-1508, added 1972, ch. 91, sec. 2, p. 179; am. 1974, ch. 13, sec. 125, p. 138; am. 1976, ch. 166, sec. 13, p. 606; am. 1980, ch. 247, sec. 61, p. 625; am. 1986, ch. 109, sec. 3, p. 300; am. 2006, ch. 54, sec. 3, p. 165; am. 2010, ch. 65, sec. 1, p. 114; am. 2021, ch. 224, sec. 43, p. 674; am. 2022, ch. 94, sec. 22, p. 297.]
Idaho Code § 54-4406 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 44 / Section 54-4406
54-4406 REFERRAL IN ADDITION TO OR IN LIEU OF DISCIPLINE.
Status: in_force

54-4406. Referral in addition to or in lieu of discipline. (1) In addition to or in lieu of any disciplinary action, the board may refer a licensee who is chemically dependent or physically or psychologically impaired to a peer assistance entity.

(2) The peer assistance entity shall report to the board and provide all pertinent information concerning any licensee who is referred to the peer assistance entity under subsection (1) of this section.

History:

[54-4406, added 1993, ch. 73, sec. 1, p. 196.]
Idaho Code § 54-1722 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 17 / Section 54-1722
54-1722 QUALIFICATIONS FOR PHARMACIST LICENSURE BY EXAMINATION.
Status: in_force

54-1722. Qualifications for pharmacist licensure by examination. (1) To obtain a license to engage in the practice of pharmacy, an applicant for licensure by examination shall:

(a) Submit a written application in the form prescribed by the board of pharmacy;

(b) Graduate and receive the first professional degree from an accredited school or college of pharmacy;

(c) Pass the North American pharmacist licensure examination by the national association of boards of pharmacy or submit a passing score transfer into Idaho within ninety (90) days after application; and

(d) Pay the fees specified by this chapter.

(2) Any applicant who is a graduate of a school or college of pharmacy located outside of the United States may substitute the following for subsection (1)(b) of this section:

(a) Graduate from a school or college of pharmacy located outside of the United States;

(b) Submit certification by the foreign pharmacy graduate examination committee; and

(c) Complete a minimum of one thousand seven hundred forty (1,740) experiential hours as verified on an employer's affidavit, signed by a pharmacist licensed and practicing in the United States.

History:

[54-1722, added 2024, ch. 69, sec. 13, p. 349; am. 2025, ch. 93, sec. 12, p. 421.]
Idaho Code § 54-2027 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2027
54-2027 DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF ALL CERTIFIED COURSE PROVIDERS.
Status: in_force

54-2027. Duties and requirements of all certified course providers. Failure of a certified course provider to comply with the following duties and requirements shall be grounds for the commission to withdraw or cancel the provider's certification for cause.

(1) Discrimination prohibited. Each certified course provider shall at all times be in compliance with state and federal laws, rules and regulations regarding all aspects of equal opportunity and protection of civil rights. No course provider shall engage in discriminatory practices, nor allow their course instructor, or method of delivery to violate laws prohibiting discrimination. Each course provider will fully comply with any requirements of the Americans with disabilities act regarding access to and delivery of its courses, including the provision of accessible facilities and reasonable accommodations for students.

(2) Open access to course offerings. Registration and attendance at all certified courses offered for credit toward the education requirements of this chapter shall be open to all persons meeting normal course prerequisites; provided however, a certified course provider located in or affiliated with a licensed real estate brokerage company or professional association may refuse access to any licensee or unlicensed person based on that licensee's or unlicensed person's affiliation with another organization or brokerage company, or the licensee's or unlicensed person's membership status in any professional organization unless such course provider has received financial support from the commission for its particular course offering. Nothing in this section shall restrict a course provider from charging a separate and reasonable course fee to nonaffiliated or nonmember licensees or unlicensed persons.

(3) Disclosure of fees. All fees charged to a student by a course provider shall be specified separately in writing. If additional fees are charged for supplies, materials or books required for coursework, such fees shall be itemized by the provider and, upon payment of such fees, the supplies, materials or books shall become the property of the student. All fees and the manner in which they are to be paid shall be stated in a student contract, in a form approved by the commission. The student contract shall expressly include the provider's policy regarding the return of fees in the instance where the student is dismissed or voluntarily withdraws from the course.

(4) Facilities and supportive personnel. The provider shall provide the facilities and all supportive qualified personnel or approved proctors necessary to adequately implement its real estate program.

(5) Student records and other requirements. Each Idaho certified course provider shall comply with the following requirements:

(a) Records. For each individual student, create and retain for a period of five (5) years, a complete, accurate and detailed record which shall include the total number of hours of instruction undertaken and satisfactorily or unsatisfactorily completed in the area of study;

(b) Course completion lists. Within five (5) business days after conclusion of each course of instruction, the provider shall submit to the council or commission, in the form and manner designated by the commission, a list that shall include the legal names and social security numbers or, if licensed, the license numbers, of the students completing the course of instruction, the name of the course, the name of the instructor, the number of hours included in the course, the date of the course and the location. The list shall be certified by the instructor from whom the students received instruction and an authorized representative of the provider;

(c) Grades. The provider will provide written notification to students who successfully or unsuccessfully complete a course within thirty (30) days of the course completion date;

(d) Evaluations. Upon the conclusion of each course, the provider shall collect written evaluations from students for the course and instructor using an evaluation form approved by the commission. The provider shall keep such evaluations for a period of one (1) year from the course completion date. Upon written request from the commission, the provider shall submit either the student evaluations for the course and instructor or a written summary of those evaluations using a form approved by the commission; and

(e) Course schedules. Each provider shall submit schedules of courses and instructors as requested by the commission and submit changes promptly as they occur. Whenever there is a change in a course including, but not limited to, a change in curriculum, course length or instructor, the provider shall promptly notify the commission in writing of the change.

(6) Instructors. A certified provider may offer a continuing education elective course without obtaining approval or certification for the course instructor; provided however, the provider shall take reasonable steps to ensure that the instructor is competent to teach the course and shall maintain resumes or other biographical information that documents the qualifications of the instructor. The provider shall make such documentation available to the public and commission upon written request. A course provider shall not offer for credit any course that is being taught below the minimum teaching standards established by the commission or that is being taught in a manner that is detrimental to the purpose of educating licensees.

(7) Posting and recording fees. The commission may require that course providers pay to the commission a nonrefundable posting and recording fee to defray normal expenses incurred in maintaining the certificate program. The fee amount shall be established by the commission by motion.

(8) Advertising restrictions:

(a) Providers may advertise that they are currently certified by the commission, if current certification has been approved, but no such advertising may state or imply that the provider is an agency of the commission or the council;

(b) No course provider shall provide any information to the public or to prospective students which is misleading in nature. Information is misleading when, taken as a whole, there is distinct probability that it will deceive the persons whom it is intended to influence.

(9) Changes in certification. Certification shall be granted to the particular provider for the specific ownership, provider location, and named individual in charge as designated in the application for certification. Any changes in ownership, provider location, or provider name, or named individual in charge must be submitted for approval to the commission, at least one (1) month in advance of the effective date of the proposed changes.

History:

[54-2027, added 2000, ch. 285, sec. 3, p. 926; am. 2001, ch. 123, sec. 12, p. 431; am. 2005, ch. 107, sec. 8, p. 348; am. 2006, ch. 166, sec. 6, p. 510; am. 2007, ch. 98, sec. 6, p. 294; am. 2008, ch. 142, sec. 4, p. 412; am. 2010, ch. 213, sec. 3, p. 464; am. 2015, ch. 51, sec. 4, p. 117.]
Idaho Code § 54-2517 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 25 / Section 54-2517
54-2517 BOND REQUIREMENT.
Status: in_force

54-2517. Bond requirement. Every race meet licensee shall provide and deliver to the commission a bond signed by a surety company licensed to do business in this state in such form and in the sum as may be required by the commission, and conditioned that said licensee will pay to the state of Idaho all moneys due the state under the provisions of this act.

History:

[(54-2517) 1963, ch. 64, sec. 16, p. 246; am. 1969, ch. 221, sec. 6, p. 724; redesignated 1992, ch. 19, sec. 7, p. 63.]
Idaho Code § 54-5214 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 52 / Section 54-5214
54-5214 REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE — DISPLAY
Status: in_force

54-5214. Registration certificate — Display . (1) Upon receipt of a duly completed application, together with the registration fee, and after such verification process as the board may from time to time deem appropriate by rule, a certificate of registration and a wallet-sized card showing the registrant's name and showing a registration number shall be issued, commencing on the date of issue and continuing in effect for a period of not less than one (1) year nor more than five (5) years, as determined by the board. Application for renewal of registration shall be filed on or before thirty (30) days prior to the expiration date. The board shall issue a certificate of registration to an applicant upon the applicant's compliance with the registration requirements of this chapter. Certificates shall not be assignable nor transferable. Upon any change of ownership or a change of address of a registered contractor entity, the board shall be notified by such entity within thirty (30) days. A certificate of registration, without the payment of a registration fee, shall be issued to any person who is granted a public works contractor license or a construction manager license, so long as those requirements for licensure in Idaho are met.

(2) A contractor registered pursuant to this chapter shall prominently display his contractor registration number for public view in his place of business, on advertising, contracts, permits, company or business letterheads, and purchase orders and subcontracts within sixty (60) days of issue of registration.

History:

[54-5214, added 2005, ch. 153, sec. 1, p. 478.]
Idaho Code § 54-2204 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 22 / Section 54-2204
54-2204 EXEMPTIONS.
Status: in_force

54-2204. Exemptions. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to restrict any persons licensed or regulated by the state of Idaho from engaging in the profession or practice for which they are licensed or regulated, including, but not limited to, any athletic trainer, chiropractor, dentist, nurse, physician, podiatrist, occupational therapist, optometrist, osteopath, surgeon, or any other licensed or regulated practitioner of the healing arts, nor restrict employees working under the direct supervision of those persons referred to in this section, so long as such person does not hold himself or herself out as a physical therapist, physical therapist assistant or a person engaged in the practice of physical therapy.

History:

[54-2204, added 2001, ch. 197, sec. 2, p. 668.]
Idaho Code § 54-202 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 2 / Section 54-202
54-202 LEGISLATIVE INTENT.
Status: in_force

54-202. Legislative intent. It is the policy of this state, and the purpose of this chapter, to promote the reliability of information that is used for guidance in financial transactions or for accounting for or assessing the financial status or performance of commercial, noncommercial and governmental enterprises. The public interest requires that persons professing special competence in accountancy or offering assurance as to the reliability or fairness of presentation of such information shall have demonstrated their qualifications to do so, and that persons who have not demonstrated and maintained such qualifications shall not be permitted to hold themselves out as having special competence or to offer such assurance; that the conduct of persons licensed as having special competence in accountancy be regulated in all aspects of their professional work; that a public authority competent to prescribe and assess the qualifications and to regulate the conduct of licensees be established; and that the use of titles that have a capacity or tendency to deceive the public as to the status or competence of the persons using such titles be prohibited.

History:

[54-202, added 1993, ch. 239, sec. 2, p. 826; am. 2002, ch. 92, sec. 2, p. 234.]
Idaho Code § 54-2087 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2087
54-2087 DUTIES TO A CLIENT.
Status: in_force

54-2087. Duties to a client. If a buyer or seller enters into a written contract for representation in a regulated real estate transaction, that buyer or seller becomes a client to whom the brokerage and its licensees owe the following agency duties and obligations:

(1) To perform the terms of the written agreement with the client;

(2) To exercise reasonable skill and care;

(3) To be available to the client to receive and timely present all written offers and counteroffers;

(4) To promote the best interests of the client in good faith, honesty and fair dealing including, but not limited to:

(a) Disclosing to the client all adverse material facts actually known or which reasonably should have been known by the licensee;

(b) Seeking a buyer to purchase the seller's property at a price, and under terms and conditions acceptable to the seller and assisting in the negotiation therefor; or

(c) Seeking a property for purchase at a price and under terms and conditions acceptable to the buyer and assisting in the negotiation therefor;

(d) For the benefit of a client/buyer: when appropriate, advising the client to obtain professional inspections of the property or to seek appropriate tax, legal and other professional advice or counsel;

(e) For the benefit of a client/seller: upon written request by a client/seller, requesting reasonable proof of a prospective buyer's financial ability to purchase the real property which is the subject matter of the transaction. This duty may be satisfied by any appropriate method suitable to the transaction or, when deemed necessary by the real estate licensee, by advising the client to consult with an accountant, lawyer, or other professional as dictated by the transaction.

(5) To properly account for moneys or property placed in the care and responsibility of the brokerage pursuant to section 54-2041, Idaho Code; and

(6) To maintain the confidentiality of specific client information as defined by and to the extent required in this chapter, and as follows:

(a) The duty to a client continues beyond the termination of representation only so long as the information continues to be confidential client information as defined in this chapter, and only so long as the information does not become generally known in the marketing community from a source other than the brokerage or its associated licensees;

(b) A licensee who personally has gained confidential client information about a buyer or seller while associated with one (1) broker and who later associates with a different broker remains obligated to maintain the client confidentiality as required by this chapter;

(c) If a brokerage represents a buyer or seller whose interests conflict with those of a former client, the brokerage shall inform the second client of the brokerage's prior representation of the former client and that confidential client information obtained during the first representation cannot be given to the second client. Nothing in this section shall prevent the brokerage from asking the former client for permission to release such information;

(d) Nothing in this section is intended to create a privileged communication between any client and any brokerage or licensee for purposes of civil, criminal or administrative legal proceedings.

(7) Unless otherwise agreed to in writing, a brokerage and its licensees owe no duty to a client to conduct an independent inspection of the property and owe no duty to independently verify the accuracy or completeness of any statement or representation made regarding a property. Unless otherwise agreed to in writing, a brokerage and its licensees owe no duty to conduct an independent investigation of either party's financial ability to complete a real estate transaction.

(8) The duties set forth in this section are mandatory and may not be waived or abrogated, either unilaterally or by agreement.

(9) Nothing in this section prohibits a brokerage from charging a separate fee or commission for each service provided to the client in the transaction.

(10) Nothing in this section shall result in imputed knowledge between multiple licensees of the brokerage when neither has reason to have such knowledge.

(11) A brokerage and its licensees may represent two (2) or more buyers who wish to make an offer for the purchase of the same real property; provided, that the brokerage or its licensee has advised all such buyers in writing of the same.

History:

[(54-2087) 54-2065, added 1996, ch. 250, sec. 1, p. 788; am. and redesignated 2000, ch. 285, sec. 9, p. 955; am. 2001, ch. 123, sec. 26, p. 442; am. 2003, ch. 243, sec. 1, p. 627; am. 2004, ch. 119, sec. 4, p. 399; am. 2007, ch. 150, sec. 3, p. 459; am. 2009, ch. 133, sec. 1, p. 414.]
Idaho Code § 54-2008 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2008
54-2008 ESTABLISHMENT OF IDAHO REAL ESTATE EDUCATION COUNCIL.
Status: in_force

54-2008. Establishment of Idaho real estate education council. An education council consisting of six (6) members, four (4) of whom are to be appointed by the Idaho real estate commission, plus one (1) commissioner and the commission's executive director, may be established to act as an advisory group to the commission, and to perform functions as set forth in this chapter and in the council's bylaws, which bylaws must be approved by the commission. The council shall recommend to the commission real estate education policy and course content quality for all education courses approved by the commission as meeting the education requirements of this chapter and its rules, and for such other courses or clinics deemed advisable by the commission for promoting higher standards of practice in the real estate business. The council will prepare for approval by the commission any additional recommended procedures or guidelines for certifying educational courses, instructors and providers.

History:

[54-2008, added 2000, ch. 285, sec. 3, p. 914.]
Idaho Code § 54-5313 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 53 / Section 54-5313
54-5313 LICENSES — RECORDS — FEES — PAYMENT OF COSTS AND EXPENSES.
Status: in_force

54-5313. Licenses — Records — Fees — Payment of costs and expenses. (1) The division of occupational and professional licenses shall, upon the approval of the board and subject to the provisions of this chapter, register and issue licenses to persons who have been approved by the board in accordance with this chapter. The licenses shall bear on their face the seal of the state and the signature of the division administrator of the division of occupational and professional licenses and shall be effective until the next birthday of the person being licensed. Licenses so issued shall be renewed biennially in accordance with section 67-2614, Idaho Code. The provisions of sections 67-2609 through 67-2614, Idaho Code, shall apply to licenses issued pursuant to this chapter.

(2) The board shall keep and the division shall maintain a record of board proceedings and a register of all applications that show:

(a) The name, age, social security number and residency of each applicant;

(b) The date of application;

(c) The place of business of such applicant;

(d) The educational and other qualifications of each applicant;

(e) Whether or not an examination was required;

(f) Whether the applicant was denied;

(g) Whether a license was issued;

(h) The dates of the action by the board;

(i) Compliance with continuing education requirements; and

(j) Such other information as may be deemed necessary by the board.

(3) The division of occupational and professional licenses shall collect a fee not to exceed two hundred dollars ($200) for each application, each original license, and per renewal year of any license issued pursuant to this chapter and shall deposit all fees in the state treasury in accordance with section 67-2608, Idaho Code. The actual fees shall be set by board rule. The division shall also collect a fee equal to that charged by the examination provider when an examination is required as a condition of licensing. Fees paid under the provisions of this chapter shall not be refunded unless otherwise specified herein.

(4) All fees received under the provisions of this chapter shall be paid to the division of occupational and professional licenses and deposited in the state treasury to the credit of the occupational licenses fund, and all costs and expenses incurred under the provisions of this chapter shall be charged against and paid from said fund.

History:

[(54-5313) 54-5113, added 2005, ch. 143, sec. 1, p. 447; am. and redesig. 2006, ch. 16, sec. 20, p. 58; am. 2021, ch. 224, sec. 76, p. 690; am. 2022, ch. 94, sec. 69, p. 327; am. 2024, ch. 86, sec. 48, p. 418.]
Idaho Code § 54-711 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 7 / Section 54-711
54-711 TEMPORARY PRACTICE, REGISTRATION AND PERMIT.
Status: in_force

54-711. Temporary practice, registration and permit. (1) Any person who has submitted an application to the board for licensure by examination to practice chiropractic in the state of Idaho may register with the board and be granted a permit to practice chiropractic prior to examination and licensure in accordance with board rules upon the following conditions:

(a) The applicant must submit the fee set by board rules and a completed registration application to the board on forms furnished by the board and must affirmatively show that the applicant will take the next scheduled examination for licensure approved by the board and that the applicant has not failed two (2) previous examinations for licensure approved by the board; and

(b) A licensed physician certifies to the board that such applicant will practice chiropractic only under the direct and immediate supervision of such physician and only in the office of such physician.

(2) Any person who has completed the required course of study from an acceptable school of chiropractic, but has not yet graduated, may register with the board and be granted a permit to serve a chiropractic internship in accordance with board rules and upon the following conditions:

(a) The applicant must submit the fee set by board rules and a completed registration application to the board on forms furnished by the board; and

(b) A licensed physician certifies to the board that such applicant will practice chiropractic only under the direct and immediate supervision of such physician and only in the office of such physician.

History:

[54-711, added 1980, ch. 334, sec. 2, p. 868; am. 1987, ch. 144, sec. 3, p. 288; am. 2001, ch. 80, sec. 2, p. 202; am. 2003, ch. 277, sec. 5, p. 745; am. 2017, ch. 26, sec. 5, p. 49.]
Idaho Code § 54-2021 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2021
54-2021 OCCUPATIONAL LICENSES FUND — RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS.
Status: in_force

54-2021. occupational licenses fund — RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS. All fees, charges, and fines received by the board under the provisions of this chapter shall be deposited in the state treasury to the credit of the occupational licenses fund, and all costs and expenses incurred by the board under the provisions of this chapter shall be a charge against and paid from the fund for such purposes. The funds collected under this chapter shall be immediately available for the administration of this chapter, the provisions of any other law notwithstanding. Moneys in the fund may be expended by the commission for the promotion and improvement of the real estate profession, the advancement of education and research in the field of real estate, including but not limited to courses sponsored by the commission or in conjunction with any university or college in the state or contracting for a particular research project in the field of real estate, and the promotion and advertising of the state of Idaho.

History:

[54-2021, added 2021, ch. 224, sec. 50, p. 676.]
Idaho Code § 54-3407 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 34 / Section 54-3407
54-3407 DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDINGS.
Status: in_force

54-3407. Disciplinary proceedings. Subject to the provisions of chapter 52, title 67, Idaho Code, the board may refuse to issue, refuse to renew, revoke, suspend or otherwise sanction a licensee upon the following grounds:

(1) Fraud or deception in procuring or renewing the license;

(2) Conviction of a felony by a court of competent jurisdiction;

(3) Gross incompetency;

(4) Fraud or deceit in the performance of official duties;

(5) For violation of any of the provisions of this chapter or any of the rules promulgated by the board under the authority of this chapter;

(6) Failure to comply with a board order;

(7) Having had a license revoked, suspended or otherwise disciplined by the proper authorities of another state, territory or country.

The board may reinstate any revoked or suspended license upon such terms as it may impose.

History:

[54-3407, added 1982, ch. 183, sec. 1, p. 483; am. 2003, ch. 50, sec. 1, p. 190; am. 2012, ch. 68, sec. 9, p. 198.]
Idaho Code § 54-2908 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 29 / Section 54-2908
54-2908 SPEECH, HEARING AND COMMUNICATION SERVICES LICENSURE BOARD.
Status: in_force

54-2908. Speech, hearing and communication services licensure board. (1) There is hereby established in the division of occupational and professional licenses a speech, hearing and communication services licensure board. The board shall consist of seven (7) members appointed by the governor. The governor may consider recommendations for appointment to the board from the Idaho speech, language, hearing association, inc. (ISHA), any Idaho association of hearing aid dealers and fitters, any Idaho association of sign language interpreters and any individual residing in this state. Two (2) members of the board shall be speech-language pathologists, one (1) member shall be licensed as a sign language interpreter, two (2) members shall be audiologists, one (1) member shall be a hearing aid dealer and fitter, and one (1) member shall be appointed from the public at large. Each nonpublic member shall:

(a) Have been a resident of the state of Idaho for no less than one (1) year immediately preceding his or her appointment;

(b) Have been engaged in rendering services to the public, teaching, or performing research in the field of audiology, speech-language pathology, sign language interpreting, or hearing aid dealing and fitting for a period of not less than five (5) years preceding his or her appointment;

(c) Be a currently practicing audiologist, speech-language pathologist, sign language interpreter, or hearing aid dealer and fitter; and

(d) At all times during such appointment to the board, maintain a valid license in audiology, speech-language pathology, sign language interpreting, or hearing aid dealing and fitting, except for the first appointees who shall meet the eligibility requirements for licensure as specified in this chapter at all times after initial appointment.

(2) The public member appointed as provided herein shall have been a resident of the state of Idaho for not less than one (1) year immediately preceding his appointment. Further, such public member shall not be associated with or financially interested in the practice or business of audiology, speech-language pathology, sign language interpreting, or hearing aid dealing and fitting, nor shall such public member be engaged in an allied or related profession or occupation.

(3) Members shall serve a term of three (3) years at the pleasure of the governor. In the event of a vacancy other than expiration of a term, the governor shall appoint a replacement to fill the vacancy for the remainder of the unexpired term.

(4) Members shall disqualify themselves and, upon the motion of any interested party may, upon proper showing, be disqualified in any proceeding concerning which they have an actual conflict of interest or bias that interferes with their fair and impartial service.

History:

[54-2908, added 2005, ch. 277, sec. 2, p. 857; am. 2008, ch. 64, sec. 1, p. 167; am. 2017, ch. 67, sec. 5, p. 161; am. 2021, ch. 222, sec. 25, p. 638.]
Idaho Code § 54-2075 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2075
54-2075 ORDER OF PAYMENT OF CLAIMS IF RECOVERY FUND BALANCE INSUFFICIENT — INTEREST.
Status: in_force

54-2075. Order of payment of claims if recovery fund balance insufficient — Interest. If, at any time, the money deposited in the recovery fund and allotted for satisfying claims against licensees is insufficient to satisfy any authorized claim or portion thereof, the commission shall, when sufficient money has been deposited in the recovery fund, satisfy such unpaid claims or portions thereof, in the order that such claims or portions thereof were originally filed, plus accumulated interest at the rate of eleven percent (11%) per annum.

History:

[54-2075, added 2000, ch. 285, sec. 3, p. 951.]
Idaho Code § 54-1302 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 13 / Section 54-1302
54-1302 LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS AND PURPOSE.
Status: in_force

54-1302. legislative findings and purpose. (1) The legislature finds that the right of conscience is a fundamental and inalienable right. It was central to the founding of the United States, has been deeply rooted in the nation's history and tradition for centuries, and has been central to the practice of medicine, through the Hippocratic oath, for millennia.

(2) Despite its preeminent importance, however, threats to the right of conscience of health care professionals, health care institutions, and health care payers have become increasingly common and severe in recent years. The swift pace of scientific advancement and the expansion of medical capabilities, along with the creation of new rights for patients to access certain procedures and the mistaken notion that health care professionals, health care institutions, and health care payers are mere public utilities, promise to make the current crisis worse, unless something is done to secure the right of conscience.

(3) With this purpose in mind, the legislature declares that it is the public policy of the state of Idaho to protect the right of conscience for health care professionals, health care institutions, and health care payers.

(4) As the right of conscience is fundamental, no health care professional, health care institution, or health care payer should be required to participate in or pay for any medical procedure, treatment, or service, or prescribe or pay for any medication, to which he objects on the basis of conscience, whether such conscience is informed by religious, moral, or ethical beliefs or principles.

(5) It is the purpose of this chapter to protect health care professionals, health care institutions, and health care payers from discrimination, punishment, and retaliation as a result of any instance of conscientious medical objection.

History:

[54-1302, added 2025, ch. 101, sec. 1, p. 543.]
Idaho Code § 54-3312 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 33 / Section 54-3312
54-3312 NOTICE OF BOARD ADDRESS — PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES — GUARANTEE ON SERVICES.
Status: in_force

54-3312. Notice of board address — Prohibited activities — Guarantee on services. (1) There shall be posted in a conspicuous area on the premises of any practice of denturitry a notice with lettering of a size easily read by the average person and in substantially the following form:

ANY CONSUMER WHO HAS A COMPLAINT RELATING TO PRACTICES OF THIS ESTABLISHMENT MAY CONTACT THE IDAHO BOARD OF DENTISTRY………… (address) with a copy to THE DIVISION OF OCCUPATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSES………… (address)

(2) No person licensed pursuant to the provisions of this chapter shall directly or indirectly:

(a) Make any payment or gift to a person who has referred a patient;

(b) Receive or accept any rebate, payment, or gift from any person to whom a patient is referred; or

(c) Engage in any form of fee-splitting or other form of sharing of remuneration with respect to referrals.

(3) All denturist services will be unconditionally guaranteed for a period of no less than ninety (90) days.

History:

[54-3312, added 2026, ch. 298, sec. 9, p. 1230.]
Idaho Code § 54-2913 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 29 / Section 54-2913
54-2913 QUALIFICATIONS FOR LICENSURE — SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST.
Status: in_force

54-2913. Qualifications for licensure — Speech-language pathologist. (1) To be eligible for licensure as a speech-language pathologist, the applicant shall:

(a) File a written application with the board on forms prescribed and furnished by the board. A nonrefundable application fee shall accompany the completed written application. Such fees shall be established by the administrative rules of the board and shall be in such amounts as are reasonable and necessary for the proper execution and enforcement of this chapter;

(b) Provide documentation satisfactory to the board that the applicant possesses a master's or doctoral degree from a nationally accredited school of speech-language pathology with a curriculum acceptable to the board;

(c) Pass an examination in speech-language pathology approved by the board;

(d) Meet the current supervised academic clinical practicum and supervised postgraduate professional experience approved by the board;

(e) Submit to a fingerprint-based criminal history background check in accordance with section 67-9411A, Idaho Code; and

(f) Have never had a license for speech-language pathology revoked as part of disciplinary action from this or any other state and shall not be found by the board to have engaged in conduct prohibited by section 54-2923, Idaho Code, provided however, the board may take into consideration the rehabilitation of the applicant and other mitigating circumstances.

(2) The applicant shall disclose on his written application:

(a) Any criminal conviction or charge, other than minor traffic infractions, against the applicant;

(b) Any disciplinary action taken against the applicant by any professional regulatory agency, including any agency within this state or any other state; and

(c) Any denial of registration or licensure by any state or district regulatory body.

(3) The board may require an applicant to be personally interviewed by the board or a designated committee of the board. The interview shall be limited to a review of the applicant's qualifications and professional credentials.

History:

[54-2913, added 2005, ch. 277, sec. 2, p. 860; am. 2022, ch. 183, sec. 3, p. 609; am. 2024, ch. 101, sec. 11, p. 456.]
Idaho Code § 54-3904 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 39 / Section 54-3904
54-3904 LICENSURE REQUIRED.
Status: in_force

54-3904. Licensure required. It shall be unlawful for any person to practice or to offer to practice as an athletic trainer, or to represent such person to be an athletic trainer unless such person is licensed under the provisions of this chapter. Only an individual may be licensed under this chapter. An individual may not use the title "licensed athletic trainer," "athletic trainer," or "athletic training," the abbreviations "AT," "ATC," "AT,C," "ATC/L," "CAT," "LAT," or any other words, abbreviations or insignia to indicate or imply that the individual is an athletic trainer unless the individual is licensed pursuant to this chapter.

History:

[(54-3904) 54-3903, added 1989, ch. 179, sec. 1, p. 442; am. & redesig. 2003, ch. 261, sec. 3, p. 688.]
Idaho Code § 54-4105A — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 41 / Section 54-4105A
54-4105A APPRAISAL REVIEW.
Status: in_force

54-4105A. appraisal review. Any person who performs an appraisal review shall be licensed or certified by the board or by another state, provided that if a value opinion is provided, the person must be licensed by the board. A person performing a review that does not fall under the definition of an appraisal review is not required to be certified or licensed in any state.

History:

[54-4105A, added 2018, ch. 128, sec. 2, p. 269.]
Idaho Code § 54-1110 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 11 / Section 54-1110
54-1110 INACTIVE LICENSES.
Status: in_force

54-1110. inactive licenses. The board may issue inactive licenses to morticians and funeral directors pursuant to rules adopted by the board that may specify the terms, procedures and fees necessary to maintain an inactive license. The holder of an inactive license shall not engage in any practice requiring a license under this chapter.

History:

[54-1110, added 2017, ch. 184, sec. 1, p. 423.]
Idaho Code § 54-2042 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2042
54-2042 CREATION OF NONINTEREST-BEARING TRUST ACCOUNTS — REQUIREMENTS.
Status: in_force

54-2042. Creation of noninterest-bearing trust accounts — Requirements. A broker may establish one (1) or more real estate trust accounts but each account must meet all requirements of this chapter, including the following:

(1) Each trust account must be established at an approved depository and must be noninterest-bearing, except as allowed in section 54-2043, Idaho Code, or as otherwise may be provided by law. Approved depositories are state or federally chartered banks and trust companies, state or federally chartered savings and loan associations, properly licensed title insurance companies, or an actively licensed attorney at law.

(2) Each account must be identified by the term "real estate trust account," on checks, deposit slips, and with the depository.

(3) Each trust account must be established and maintained under the licensed business name of the broker, and shall be under the full control of the broker.

(4) Each broker trust account must have a separate and complete set of records, which must consist of a monthly accounting, deposits, charges, and withdrawals or checks, even if the moneys are on deposit with a title company, attorney or other approved depository. The broker is responsible for ensuring that these separate account records are provided by the depository.

(5) Funds deposited in a real estate trust account must be subject to withdrawal on demand at the order or direction of the broker at all times, even if deposited with a title company or other approved depository.

(6) A commission-approved form giving notice of opening a trust account and giving authorization for the commission to inspect the account must be completed for each trust account, signed by the broker and an officer of the bank or depository and returned to the commission.

(7) No deposits to the trust account shall be made of funds that belong to the broker or real estate firm, except that the broker may deposit broker or firm funds for the purpose of opening and maintaining the account and for the payment of anticipated bank service charges for the trust account. In no event shall the balance of broker or firm funds in the account exceed three hundred dollars ($300). Maintenance funds shall not be disbursed for any purpose other than to cover bank charges charged directly to the trust account by the bank.

(8) An entity not specified as an approved escrow depository in subsection (1) of this section, may be accepted and approved by the commission as an escrow depository upon disclosure of the following:

(a) The details of the entity's financial structure;

(b) The amount and terms of errors and omissions insurance and any bonding;

(c) A copy of the entity's last audit and financial statement;

(d) A copy of any license or certificate issued to the entity; and

(e) Any other information that may help the commission make its determination.

History:

[54-2042, added 2000, ch. 285, sec. 3, p. 933; am. 2001, ch. 123, sec. 17, p. 436; am. 2005, ch. 107, sec. 13, p. 352.]
Idaho Code § 54-1808 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1808
54-1808 BOARD TO ISSUE LICENSES.
Status: in_force

54-1808. Board to issue licenses. (1) The board shall issue licenses to practice medicine and osteopathic medicine to persons who have qualified therefor in accordance with the provisions of this act. The board may refuse licensure if it finds that the applicant has engaged in conduct prohibited by section 54-1814, Idaho Code. Provided, that the board shall take into consideration the rehabilitation of the applicant and other mitigating circumstances. Such licenses shall be issued after payment of a licensing fee in an amount to be fixed by the board, and such licenses shall be issued for a period of no more than five (5) years, the exact period to be fixed by the board. Licenses to practice medicine and osteopathic medicine shall be renewed on their expiration upon completion of a renewal application and upon payment of a renewal fee, the amount of which is to be fixed by the board.

(2) The board may renew on an inactive basis, the license of a physician or physician assistant who is not practicing medicine in this state. The board shall fix and collect an inactive license fee for each inactive license renewal, and each inactive license shall be issued for a period of no more than five (5) years, the exact period to be fixed by the board. A physician or physician assistant holding an inactive license may not engage in the practice of medicine in this state. If a person wishes to convert his inactive license to an active license, he must account to the board for that period of time in which he held an inactive license.

(3) Whenever the board determines that an applicant for a license to practice medicine or osteopathic medicine is not qualified for such a license pursuant to the provisions of this act, the board shall notify the applicant by certified mail of its denial of licensure and the reasons for denial.

History:

[54-1808, added 1977, ch. 199, sec. 9, p. 543; am. 2019, ch. 26, sec. 10, p. 64.]
Idaho Code § 54-1835 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1835
54-1835 RIGHT TO APPEAL AND REINSTATEMENT.
Status: in_force

54-1835. RIGHT TO APPEAL AND Reinstatement. (1) A physician or physician assistant whose license is suspended under section 54-1833(4) has the right to a hearing to appeal the suspension within ten (10) days after the license is suspended. The hearing held under this subsection shall be conducted in accordance with section 54-1834, Idaho Code, for the sole purpose of determining if sufficient basis exists for the continuance of the order of suspension in order to prevent harm to the licensee's patients or the general public.

(2) A physician or physician assistant whose license is revoked, suspended, or in any way restricted under section 54-1833 or 54-1834, Idaho Code, may request that the board consider, at reasonable intervals, evidence presented by the physician or physician assistant under procedures established by rule, regarding any change in the licensee's condition to determine whether the licensee is or is not able to safely and competently engage in the practice of medicine; and is qualified to have the physician or physician assistant license to practice under this chapter restored completely or in part.

History:

[(54-1835) 54-1838, added 1976, ch. 290, sec. 8, p. 1004; am. and redesig. 2019, ch. 26, sec. 27, p. 72.]
Idaho Code § 54-2064 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2064
54-2064 PROOF OF COMPLAINT — PROSECUTION BY COUNTY PROSECUTING ATTORNEY.
Status: in_force

54-2064. Proof of complaint — Prosecution by county prosecuting attorney. The commission may prefer a complaint for violation of any section of this chapter before any court of competent jurisdiction. It shall be the duty of the prosecuting attorney of each county in the state to prosecute all violations of the provisions of this chapter in their respective counties in which the violations occur.

History:

[54-2064, added 2000, ch. 285, sec. 3, p. 948.]
Idaho Code § 54-2093 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2093
54-2093 VICARIOUS LIABILITY ABOLISHED.
Status: in_force

54-2093. Vicarious liability abolished. (1) A client, as defined in this chapter, whether buyer or seller, shall not be liable for a wrongful act, error, omission or misrepresentation of his broker or his broker's licensees unless the client had actual knowledge of or reasonably should have known of the wrongful act, error, omission or misrepresentation.

(2) A licensee or brokerage engaged in representation of a client shall be entitled to rely upon representations made by a client and shall not be liable for a wrongful act, error, omission or misrepresentation made by the client unless the licensee or brokerage had actual knowledge or reasonably should have known of the wrongful act, error, omission or misrepresentation.

(3) Nothing in this section shall be construed to diminish or limit any of the broker's or licensee's responsibilities under chapter 20, title 54, Idaho Code, or the rules promulgated thereunder.

History:

[(54-2093) 54-2071, added 1996, ch. 250, sec. 1, p. 791; am. and redesig. 2000, ch. 285, sec. 15, p. 958; am. 2003, ch. 243, sec. 2, p. 628; am. 2010, ch. 213, sec. 5, p. 466; am. 2012, ch. 76, sec. 2, p. 222.]
Idaho Code § 54-1206 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 12 / Section 54-1206
54-1206 REMOVAL OF BOARD MEMBERS AND FILLING VACANCIES.
Status: in_force

54-1206. Removal of board members and filling vacancies. Board members shall serve at the pleasure of the governor. Vacancies in the membership of the board shall be filled for the unexpired term by appointment by the governor as provided in section 54-1203, Idaho Code.

History:

[54-1206, added 1939, ch. 231, sec. 6, p. 516; am. 1986, ch. 140, sec. 6, p. 380; am. 2016, ch. 340, sec. 16, p. 940.]
Idaho Code § 54-2813 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 28 / Section 54-2813
54-2813 APPLICATION FORMS — APPLICATION FEE.
Status: in_force

54-2813. Application forms — Application fee. Applications for registration shall be on forms prescribed and furnished by the board. The application shall be made under oath, and shall show the applicant's education and a detailed summary of his geologic work.

(1) The application fee for professional geologists shall be set by the board at not more than one hundred dollars ($100).

(2) Should the board deny the issuance of a certificate of registration to any applicant, the application fee shall be retained by the board.

History:

[54-2813, added 1971, ch. 137, sec. 13, p. 576; am. 1992, ch. 71, sec. 1, p. 206; am. 2002, ch. 266, sec. 11, p. 794; am. 2008, ch. 249, sec. 6, p. 733.]
Idaho Code § 54-1405 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 14 / Section 54-1405
54-1405 OCCUPATIONAL LICENSES FUND — RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS.
Status: in_force

54-1405. occupational licenses fund — RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS. All fees, charges, and fines received by the board under the provisions of this chapter shall be deposited in the state treasury to the credit of the occupational licenses fund, and all costs and expenses incurred by the board under the provisions of this chapter shall be a charge against and paid from the fund for such purposes. The funds collected under this chapter shall be immediately available for the administration of this chapter, the provisions of any other law notwithstanding.

History:

[54-1405, added 2021, ch. 224, sec. 42, p. 674.]
Idaho Code § 54-1222 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 12 / Section 54-1222
54-1222 VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES.
Status: in_force

54-1222. Violations and penalties. Any person who shall practice, or offer to practice, professional engineering or professional land surveying in this state without being licensed in accordance with the provisions of this chapter, or any person presenting or attempting to use as his own the license or the seal of another, or any person who shall give any false or forged evidence of any kind to the board or to any member thereof in obtaining a license or certificate, or any person who shall falsely impersonate any other licensee of like or different name, or any person who shall attempt to use an expired or revoked license or practice at any time during a period the board has suspended or revoked his license, or any person who shall violate any of the provisions of this chapter, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

History:

[54-1222, added 1939, ch. 231, sec. 22, p. 516; am. 1957, ch. 234, sec. 14, p. 547; am. 1974, ch. 13, sec. 111, p. 138; am. 1978, ch. 170, sec. 17, p. 385; am. 1986, ch. 140, sec. 20, p. 392; am. 2000, ch. 289, sec. 13, p. 1003; am. 2008, ch. 378, sec. 19, p. 1041; am. 2026, ch. 221, sec. 88, p. 971.]
Idaho Code § 54-5302 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 53 / Section 54-5302
54-5302 DECLARATION OF POLICY.
Status: in_force

54-5302. Declaration of policy. (1) In order to protect the public health, safety and welfare, every person practicing or offering to practice as a liquefied petroleum gas dealer as herein defined shall submit evidence of meeting such education, experience and examination qualifications as hereinafter provided and be licensed in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.

(2) In order to protect the public health, safety and welfare, it shall be unlawful to own or operate any facility engaged in liquefied petroleum gas facility operation unless such facility is licensed in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.

(3) Every person so licensed and every facility so licensed shall maintain prescribed standards of competence, conduct and operation, and shall annually renew said license in order to continue such practice or operation. This chapter shall be liberally construed to promote the public interest and to accomplish the purpose stated herein.

(4) Notwithstanding any other provisions of law pertaining to the installation of plumbing and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, and except as provided in section 54-5305, Idaho Code, the provisions of this chapter shall govern all persons and entities engaged in the outdoor installation of any liquefied petroleum gas storage tank, or outdoor piping from the storage tank through the second stage regulator.

History:

[(54-5302) 54-5102, added 2005, ch. 143, sec. 1, p. 441; am. and redesig. 2006, ch. 16, sec. 9, p. 52; am. and redesig. 2006, ch. 110, sec. 1, p. 303.]
Idaho Code § 54-1866 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1866
54-1866 BINDING EFFECT OF COMPACT AND OTHER LAWS.
Status: in_force

54-1866. BINDING EFFECT OF COMPACT AND OTHER LAWS. (1) Nothing herein prevents the enforcement of any other law of a member state that is not inconsistent with the compact.

(2) All laws in a member state in conflict with the compact are superseded to the extent of the conflict.

(3) All lawful actions of the interstate commission, including all rules and bylaws promulgated by the commission, are binding upon the member states.

(4) All agreements between the interstate commission and the member states are binding in accordance with their terms.

(5) In the event any provision of the compact exceeds the constitutional limits imposed on the legislature of any member state, such provision shall be ineffective to the extent of the conflict with the constitutional provision in question in that member state.

History:

[54-1866, added 2015, ch. 105, sec. 1, p. 259.]
Idaho Code § 54-1226 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 12 / Section 54-1226
54-1226 SEPARABILITY.
Status: in_force

54-1226. Separability. If any provision of this chapter or the application thereof to any person or circumstances is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications of the chapter, which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this chapter are declared to be severable.

History:

[54-1226, added 1939, ch. 231, sec. 26, p. 516; am. 2000, ch. 289, sec. 16, p. 1004.]
Idaho Code § 54-3710 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 37 / Section 54-3710
54-3710 ISSUANCE OF LICENSE.
Status: in_force

54-3710. Issuance of license. The board shall issue a license to any person who meets the requirements of this chapter upon payment of the prescribed license fees.

History:

[(54-3710) 54-3709, added 1987, ch. 69, sec. 1, p. 126; am. and redesig. 2009, ch. 222, sec. 10, p. 697.]
Idaho Code § 54-1804 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1804
54-1804 UNLICENSED PRACTICE — PENALTIES AND REMEDIES RELATING TO UNLICENSED PRACTICE.
Status: in_force

54-1804. Unlicensed practice — Penalties and remedies relating to unlicensed practice. (1) Under the circumstances described and subject in each case to limitations stated, the following persons, though not holding a license to practice medicine in this state, may engage in activities included in the practice of medicine:

(a) A medical officer of the armed forces of the United States, of the United States public health service, or of the United States department of veterans affairs, while engaged in the performance of his official duties;

(b) A person residing in another state or country and authorized to practice medicine there, who is called in consultation by a person licensed in this state to practice medicine, or who for the purpose of furthering medical education is invited into this state to conduct a lecture, clinic, or demonstration, while engaged in activities in connection with the consultation, lecture, clinic, or demonstration, as long as he does not open an office or appoint a place to meet patients or receive calls in this state;

(c) A person authorized to practice medicine in another jurisdiction of the United States called upon to conduct an examination in Idaho for the purpose of offering testimony in a criminal or civil legal proceeding;

(d) A person authorized to practice medicine in another state or country while rendering medical care in a time of disaster or while caring for an ill or injured person at the scene of an emergency and while continuing to care for such person;

(e) An intern or resident who is registered with the board as provided in this chapter and while engaged in programs authorized pursuant to rules of the board or a physician assistant licensed by the board;

(f) A person authorized or licensed by this state to engage in activities which may involve the practice of medicine if acting within the scope of that license;

(g) A person engaged in good faith in the practice of the religious tenets of any church or religious beliefs;

(h) A person administering a remedy, diagnostic procedure or advice as specifically directed by a physician;

(i) A person rendering aid in an emergency, where no fee for the service is contemplated, charged or received;

(j) A person authorized to practice medicine in another jurisdiction of the United States who briefly provides critical medical service at the specific lawful direction of a medical institution or federal agency that assumes full responsibility for that treatment or service and is approved by the state medical board;

(k) A person administering a family remedy to a member of the family;

(l) A person who administers treatment or provides advice regarding the human body and its functions and who:

(i) Does not use legend drugs or prescription drugs in such practice;

(ii) Uses natural elements such as air, heat, water and light;

(iii) Uses only class I or class II nonprescription, approved, medical devices as defined in section 513 of the federal food, drug and cosmetic act;

(iv) Uses only vitamins, minerals, herbs, natural food products and their extracts, and nutritional supplements;

(v) Does not perform surgery; and who

(vi) Requires each person receiving services to sign a declaration of informed consent that includes an overview of the health care provider's education which states that the health care provider is not an "M.D." or "D.O." and is not licensed under the provisions of this chapter; or

(m) A physician or physician assistant licensed and in good standing in another jurisdiction of the United States or credentialed in another country who:

(i) Is affiliated with or employed by an established athletic team, athletic organization or performing arts company temporarily practicing, competing or performing in this state for no more than sixty (60) days in a calendar year; and

(ii) Is practicing only on patients, clients or team staff affiliated with or employed by such team, organization or company.

(2) Nothing in subsection (1)(m) of this section shall be construed to permit a physician or physician assistant to provide care or consultation to any person residing in this state, other than a person specified in subsection (1)(m) of this section. Further, nothing in subsection (1)(m) of this section shall be construed to permit a physician or physician assistant to practice at a licensed health care facility in this state or to have prescriptive rights in this state unless in accordance with federal law.

(3) Except as provided in subsection (1) of this section, it shall constitute a felony for any person to practice medicine in this state without a license and upon conviction thereof shall be imprisoned in the state prison for a period not to exceed five (5) years, or shall be fined no more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000), or shall be punished by both such fine and imprisonment.

(4) Except as provided in subsection (1)(a), (b), (c), and (d) of this section, it is unlawful for any person to assume or use the title or designation "medical doctor," "medical physician," "osteopathic doctor," "osteopathic physician," "physician assistant," "M.D.," "D.O.," or "P.A.," or any other title, designation, words, letters, abbreviation, sign, card, or device to indicate to the public that such person is licensed to practice medicine pursuant to this chapter unless such person is so licensed and, upon conviction thereof, such person shall be imprisoned not to exceed one (1) year, or shall be fined no more than three thousand dollars ($3,000), or shall be punished by both fine and imprisonment.

(5) When a person has been the recipient of services constituting the unlawful practice of medicine, whether or not he knew the rendition of the services was unlawful, proof of the rendition of such unlawful services by the recipient or his personal representative in an action against the provider of such services for damages allegedly caused by the services constitutes prima facie evidence of negligence shifting the burden of proof to such provider of unlawful services. The following damages in addition to any other remedies provided by law may be recovered in such an action:

(a) The amount of any fees paid for the unlawful services.

(b) Reasonable attorney's fees and court costs.

(6) The board may refer all violations of this section made known to it to appropriate prosecuting attorneys. The board may render assistance to a prosecuting attorney in the prosecution of a case pursuant to this section.

History:

[54-1804, added 1977, ch. 199, sec. 5, p. 538; am. 1990, ch. 400, sec. 1, p. 1121; am. 1993, ch. 271, sec. 1, p. 908; am. 1998, ch. 177, sec. 2, p. 660.; am. 2011, ch. 301, sec. 1, p. 864; am. 2018, ch. 24, sec. 1, p. 42; am. 2019, ch. 26, sec. 4, p. 54.]
Idaho Code § 54-5508 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 55 / Section 54-5508
54-5508 FEES.
Status: in_force

54-5508. fees. (1) All fees received pursuant to the provisions of this chapter shall be paid to the department of self-governing agencies, division of occupational and professional licenses, and deposited in the state treasury to the credit of the occupational licenses fund. All costs and expenses incurred pursuant to the provisions of this chapter shall be a charge against and paid from said fund. In no case may any salary, expense, or other obligation of the board be charged against the general fund.

(2) The fee for licensure may not exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

History:

[54-5508, added 2024, ch. 59, sec. 2, p. 284.]
Idaho Code § 54-1733 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 17 / Section 54-1733
54-1733 VALIDITY OF PRESCRIPTION DRUG ORDERS.
Status: in_force

54-1733. Validity of prescription drug orders. (1) A prescription drug order for a legend drug is valid only if it is issued by a prescriber for a legitimate medical purpose arising from a prescriber-patient relationship that includes a documented patient evaluation adequate to establish diagnoses, if applicable, and identify underlying conditions and/or contraindications to the treatment. A valid prescriber-patient relationship may be established through virtual care technologies, provided that the applicable Idaho community standard of care must be satisfied.

(2) A valid prescription may not be antedated or postdated or have evidence of alteration by any person other than the person who wrote it.

(3) A prescriber who is otherwise authorized to perform any of the activities listed in this section may prescribe or perform any of the following activities for a patient with whom the prescriber does not have a prescriber-patient relationship under the following circumstances:

(a) Writing initial admission orders for a newly hospitalized patient;

(b) Writing a prescription drug order for a patient of another prescriber for whom the prescriber is taking call;

(c) Writing a prescription drug order for a patient examined by a physician assistant, advanced practice registered nurse or other licensed practitioner with whom the prescriber has a supervisory or collaborative relationship;

(d) Writing a prescription drug order for a medication on a short-term basis for a new patient prior to the patient's first appointment;

(e) Writing a prescription for an emergency medication pursuant to section 54-1735, Idaho Code;

(f) In emergency situations where the life or health of the patient is in imminent danger;

(g) In emergencies that constitute an immediate threat to the public health including, but not limited to, empiric treatment or prophylaxis to prevent or control an infectious disease outbreak; and

(h) If a prescriber makes a diagnosis of an infectious disease in a patient, prescribe or dispense antimicrobials to an individual who has been exposed to the infectious person in accordance with clinical guidelines.

(4) Treatment, including issuing a prescription drug order, based solely on a static online questionnaire does not constitute a legitimate medical purpose.

(5) A prescription drug order shall be issued only by a prescriber including a prescriber who is licensed in a jurisdiction other than the state of Idaho and is permitted by such license to prescribe legend drugs in the course of his professional practice as long as the individual is acting within the jurisdiction, scope and authority of his license when issuing the prescription drug order.

(6)(a) The following acts shall be unlawful:

(i) To knowingly issue an invalid prescription drug order for a legend drug;

(ii) To knowingly dispense a legend drug pursuant to an invalid prescription drug order;

(iii) To prescribe drugs to individuals without a prescriber-patient relationship, unless excepted in this section; or

(iv) To issue a controlled substance prescription for the prescriber's own use.

(b) Such acts shall constitute unprofessional conduct and the prescriber or dispenser shall be subject to discipline according to the provisions of the Idaho Code chapter pursuant to which the prescriber or dispenser is licensed, certified or registered.

History:

[54-1733, added 1979, ch. 131, sec. 3, p. 423; am. 1985, ch. 43, sec. 2, p. 93; am. 2000, ch. 276, sec. 2, p. 899; am. 2006, ch. 117, sec. 1, p. 330; am. 2006, ch. 290, sec. 2, p. 893; am. 2007, ch. 90, sec. 25, p. 262; am. 2007, ch. 245, sec. 1, p. 722; am. 2010, ch. 112, sec. 1, p. 229; am. 2011, ch. 135, sec. 4, p. 380; am. 2012, ch. 163, sec. 1, p. 442; am. 2014, ch. 146, sec. 4, p. 398; am. 2015, ch. 26, sec. 1, p. 39; am. 2015, ch. 88, sec. 3, p. 219; am. 2016, ch. 264, sec. 3, p. 696; am. 2018, ch. 37, sec. 13, p. 92; am. 2019, ch. 25, sec. 10, p. 48; am. 2020, ch. 14, sec. 15, p. 52; am. 2023, ch. 102, sec. 1, p. 302; am. 2024, ch. 69, sec. 16, p. 352; am. 2025, ch. 93, sec. 32, p. 433.]
Idaho Code § 54-5203 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 52 / Section 54-5203
54-5203 DEFINITIONS.
Status: in_force

54-5203. Definitions. As used in this chapter:

(1) "Board" means the Idaho contractors board as created in section 54-5206, Idaho Code.

(2) "Construction" means the performance of building, altering, repairing, adding to, subtracting from, improving, reconstructing, moving, excavating, wrecking or demolishing any building, highway, road, bridge, or other structure, project, development or improvement to real property, or to do any part thereof, including the erection of scaffolding or other structures or works in connection therewith.

(3) "Contractor" means:

(a) Any person who in any capacity undertakes, offers to undertake, purports to have the capacity to undertake, or submits a bid to, or does himself or by or through others, perform construction; or

(b) A construction manager who performs construction management services.

(4) "Department" means the department of self-governing agencies of the state of Idaho.

(5) "Division administrator" means the chief administrative officer of the division of occupational and professional licenses.

(6) "Person" means any individual, firm, partnership, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, corporation, trust, association or other entity or organization capable of conducting business, or any combination thereof acting as a unit.

History:

[54-5203, added 2005, ch. 153, sec. 1, p. 471; am. 2022, ch. 94, sec. 63, p. 324.]
Idaho Code § 54-2107A — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 21 / Section 54-2107A
54-2107A LICENSURE BY ENDORSEMENT.
Status: in_force

54-2107A. LICENSurE BY ENDORSEMENT. (1) This section shall apply to any applicant who:

(a) Is an active duty military member, a former member of the military after discharge under honorable conditions as defined in section 67-9403, Idaho Code, a veteran, or a spouse of any such person; or

(b) Has had an active license in any state, district, or territory of the United States for three (3) years immediately preceding the date of application for an Idaho license.

(2) A person applying for a license by endorsement pursuant to this section shall meet the requirements set out in section 54-2107, Idaho Code, and shall submit the following to the board:

(a) An attestation that the applicant has a degree in veterinary medicine from an accredited or approved school of veterinary medicine or has completed the requirements of the American veterinary medical association's education commission for foreign veterinary graduates program or the program for the assessment of veterinary education equivalence of the American association of veterinary state boards;

(b) Passing scores on the national examinations approved by the board; provided that an applicant who has held an active license from any state or states for the three (3) years immediately preceding application for an Idaho license may submit the written verification required in paragraph (c) of this subsection in lieu of such scores; and

(c) Written verification of any license or licenses from the licensing organization or organizations in any state or states where the applicant has held an active license for the three (3) years immediately preceding application for an Idaho license or as provided by the veterinary information verifying agency of the American association of veterinary state boards.

History:

[54-2107A, added 2021, ch. 40, sec. 6, p. 104.]
Idaho Code § 54-2916A — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 29 / Section 54-2916A
54-2916A QUALIFICATIONS FOR LICENSURE — SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER.
Status: in_force

54-2916A. Qualifications for licensure — sign language interpreter. To be eligible for licensure as a sign language interpreter, the applicant shall:

(1) File a written application with the board on forms prescribed and furnished by the board. A nonrefundable application fee shall accompany the completed written application. Such fees shall be established by the administrative rules of the board and shall be in such amounts as are reasonable and necessary for the proper execution and enforcement of this chapter;

(2) Provide verification acceptable to the board of the following:

(a) Never having had a license or certification revoked or otherwise sanctioned as part of disciplinary action from this or any other state;

(b) Never having been convicted of, found guilty of, or received a withheld judgment or a suspended sentence in this state or in any other state for any crime that is deemed relevant in accordance with section 67-9411(1), Idaho Code; and

(c) Never having been found by the board to have engaged in conduct prohibited by this chapter.

The board may take into consideration the rehabilitation of the applicant and other mitigating circumstances when considering applications for licensure.

(3) Provide evidence satisfactory to the board of having successfully passed a nationally recognized competency examination approved by the board or achieved certification defined by board rule;

(4) Provide educational documentation satisfactory to the board that the applicant has successfully graduated from a four (4) year course at an accredited high school, including graduation from a nonpublic school, or the equivalent; and

(5) Provide documentation that the applicant has successfully passed an examination approved by the board.

History:

[54-2916A, added 2017, ch. 67, sec. 6, p. 162; am. 2018, ch. 72, sec. 2, p. 168; am. 2019, ch. 44, sec. 2, p. 123; am. 2020, ch. 175, sec. 28, p. 536; am. 2022, ch. 246, sec. 24, p. 805; am. 2026, ch. 135, sec. 9, p. 640.]
Idaho Code § 54-5824 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 58 / Section 54-5824
54-5824 BARBER POLES.
Status: in_force

54-5824. barber poles. Only persons licensed pursuant to the provisions of this chapter as a barber or barber-stylist may:

(1) Hold themselves out to the public, solicit business or advertise as a licensed barber or as operating a licensed barbershop;

(2) Use the title or designation "barber" or "barbershop" under circumstances that would create or tend to create the impression to members of the general public that the person is a licensed barber, is a licensed barber-stylist, or is operating a licensed barbershop; or

(3) Place a barber pole in a location that would create or tend to create the impression to members of the general public that a business located near the barber pole is a barbershop, unless the business is a licensed cosmetology establishment that is leasing space to or employing a licensed barber or a licensed barber-stylist. As used in this section, "barber pole" means a red and white striped vertical cylinder with a ball located on top of the cylinder or any object of a similar nature, regardless of its actual shape or coloring, that would create or tend to create the impression to members of the general public that a business located near the object is a barbershop.

History:

[54-5824, added 2018, ch. 228, sec. 3, p. 534.]
Idaho Code § 54-2906 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 29 / Section 54-2906
54-2906 DEALING AND FITTING OF HEARING AIDS.
Status: in_force

54-2906. Dealing and fitting of hearing aids. (1) The board shall have the authority to promulgate, by rule, written contract forms that are in compliance with the provisions of this chapter.

(2) Any licensed audiologist or hearing aid dealer and fitter who fits and dispenses hearing aids shall provide to each client:

(a) A written contract executed between the audiologist or hearing aid dealer and fitter, and the client, in accordance with rules established by the board for each hearing aid dispensed;

(b) A minimum thirty (30) day trial period that shall include a provision for the refund of moneys paid for every hearing aid dispensed; and

(c) Written notice of the name, mailing address and telephone number of the board.

(3) A person licensed as a hearing aid dealer and fitter shall, when dealing with a person eighteen (18) years of age or younger, obtain written confirmation that such person has been examined by a licensed otolaryngologist or audiologist within thirty (30) days of the sale of any hearing aid.

History:

[54-2906, added 2005, ch. 277, sec. 2, p. 856.]
Idaho Code § 54-1601 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 16 / Section 54-1601
54-1601 SHORT TITLE.
Status: in_force

54-1601. SHORT TITLE. This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the "Idaho Board of Long-Term Care Administrators Act."

History:

[54-1601, added 2025, ch. 98, sec. 3, p. 531.]
Idaho Code § 54-3304 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 33 / Section 54-3304
54-3304 PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES.
Status: in_force

54-3304. Prohibited activities. Licensed denturists shall not:

(1) Perform procedures that would alter any oral tissues or natural teeth;

(2) Insert or fit immediate dentures in the mouth of the intended wearer;

(3) Diagnose or treat any abnormalities of any human mouth;

(4) Prescribe any drugs or treatment for any oral or medical diseases; or

(5) Construct or fit orthodontic appliances.

History:

[54-3304, added 2026, ch. 298, sec. 9, p. 1228.]
Idaho Code § 54-1843 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1843
54-1843 PURPOSE.
Status: in_force

54-1843. purpose. In order to strengthen access to health care and in recognition of the advances in the delivery of health care, the member states of the interstate medical licensure compact have allied in common purpose to develop a comprehensive process that complements the existing licensing and regulatory authority of state medical boards and provides a streamlined process that allows physicians to become licensed in multiple states, thereby enhancing the portability of a medical license and ensuring the safety of patients. The compact creates another pathway for licensure and does not otherwise change a state's existing medical practice act. The compact also adopts the prevailing standard for licensure and affirms that the practice of medicine occurs where the patient is located at the time of the physician-patient encounter and therefore requires the physician to be under the jurisdiction of the state medical board where the patient is located. State medical boards that participate in the compact retain the jurisdiction to impose an adverse action against a license to practice medicine in that state issued to a physician through the procedures in the compact.

History:

[54-1843, added 2015, ch. 105, sec. 1, p. 248.]
Idaho Code § 54-1841 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1841
54-1841 VOLUNTEER'S LICENSE — QUALIFICATIONS.
Status: in_force

54-1841. Volunteer's license — Qualifications. (1) Upon application and qualification, the board may issue, without examination, a volunteer's license to a physician or physician assistant who is retired from the active practice of medicine or osteopathic medicine to enable the retired physician or physician assistant to provide medical services to persons who, due to age, infirmity, indigence or disability, are unable to receive regular medical treatment.

(2) (a) For purposes of this section, a physician or physician assistant previously holding a license to practice medicine or osteopathic medicine with active status in Idaho or another state shall be considered to be retired if, prior to the date of application for a volunteer's license:

(i) He has surrendered or allowed his license with active status to expire with the intention of ceasing to actively practice as a physician or physician assistant for remuneration;

(ii) He has converted his license with active status to a license with inactive status with the intention of ceasing to actively practice as a physician or physician assistant for remuneration; or

(iii) He has converted his license with active or inactive status to a license with retirement or similar status that proscribed the active practice of medicine or osteopathic medicine.

(b) A physician or physician assistant whose license had been restricted, suspended, revoked, surrendered, resigned, converted, or allowed to lapse or expire as the result of disciplinary action or in lieu of disciplinary action being taken shall not be eligible for a volunteer's license.

(3) An application for a volunteer's license shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

(a) Verification of graduation from an acceptable school of medicine or an acceptable osteopathic school of medicine or an acceptable physician assistant program;

(b) Verification from each state board in which the applicant was licensed that the applicant maintained his license in good standing without disciplinary action that restricted the applicant's license or resulted in the applicant's license being placed on probation, suspended, revoked or being surrendered, resigned or otherwise allowed to lapse or expire in lieu of disciplinary action;

(c) Verification that the applicant held a license in good standing in Idaho or another state as of the date upon which the physician or physician assistant became retired;

(d) Verification that the applicant held an active status license in good standing in Idaho or another state within five (5) years of the date of application for a volunteer's license, provided that the board may waive the five (5) year requirement in the event that the applicant demonstrates that he possesses the knowledge and skills requisite to the practice of medicine or osteopathic medicine by successfully completing such examinations as are required by the board; and

(e) A notarized statement from the applicant on a form prescribed by the board, that the applicant will not provide any physician or physician assistant services to any person other than those permitted by the license and that the applicant will not accept any amount or form of remuneration, other than as reimbursement for the amount of actual expenses incurred as a volunteer physician or physician assistant, for any physician or physician assistant services provided under the authority of a volunteer's license.

(4) A volunteer's license shall be valid for that period specified for physicians or physician assistants in section 54-1808, Idaho Code, and may be renewed upon application of the licensee unless the license has been revoked in accordance with this section. The board shall maintain a register of all physicians or physician assistants who hold a volunteer's license. The board shall not charge an application or licensing fee for issuing or renewing a volunteer's license. A volunteer's license cannot be converted to a license with active, inactive or temporary status.

(5) The board may revoke a volunteer's license upon receiving proof satisfactory to the board that grounds existed for enforcement or disciplinary action against the holder of a volunteer's license under other sections of this chapter or the administrative rules promulgated under this chapter.

History:

[54-1841, added 2005, ch. 45, sec. 1, p. 173; am. 2010, ch. 235, sec. 39, p. 574; am. 2019, ch. 26, sec. 30, p. 72.]
Idaho Code § 54-1514 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 15 / Section 54-1514
54-1514 PUBLICATION OF DIRECTORY AND LAW.
Status: in_force

54-1514. Publication of directory and law. The division of occupational and professional licenses shall each year make available the names and addresses of all licensed optometrists of the state of Idaho and the laws applicable to the practice of optometry.

History:

[54-1514, added 1972, ch. 91, sec. 2, p. 179; am. 1974, ch. 13, sec. 131, p. 138; am. 2009, ch. 118, sec. 8, p. 381; am. 2022, ch. 94, sec. 25, p. 300.]
Idaho Code § 54-1015 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 10 / Section 54-1015
54-1015 OCCUPATIONAL LICENSES FUND — RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS.
Status: in_force

54-1015. occupational licenses fund — RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS. All fees, charges, and fines received by the board under the provisions of this chapter shall be deposited in the state treasury to the credit of the occupational licenses fund, and all costs and expenses incurred by the board under the provisions of this chapter shall be a charge against and paid from the fund for such purposes. The funds collected under this chapter shall be immediately available for the administration of this chapter, the provisions of any other law notwithstanding.

History:

[54-1015, added 2021, ch. 224, sec. 38, p. 673.]
Idaho Code § 54-2056 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2056
54-2056 TERMINATING OR CHANGING LICENSED BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS.
Status: in_force

54-2056. Terminating or changing licensed business relationships. (1) Termination of licensed association. A sales associate who terminates his licensed association with a broker shall provide the broker written notice of the termination no later than three (3) business days after the effective date. A broker who terminates the licensed association of a sales associate shall provide the associate written notice of the termination no later than three (3) business days after the effective date. A licensee's written notice to the commission does not relieve him of the duty to provide written notice to the other licensee that he is terminating the licensed association.

(2) New association. The broker shall submit a written application, in the form and manner approved by the commission, for each sales associate licensing with the broker.

(3) Termination for cause. Any broker who terminates the association of a sales associate for the violation of any of the provisions of sections 54-2059 through 54-2065, Idaho Code, shall, within ten (10) business days of the termination, notify the commission, in writing, of the termination and the facts giving rise to the termination.

(4) Closing a branch office. Immediately upon closing a branch office, the broker shall provide the commission written notice of the closure advising of the new status of all licensees licensed with the closed branch. The broker shall remove from public view any license certificates for the branch office.

(5) Property of the broker. Upon termination of the business relationship as a sales associate licensed under a broker, the sales associate shall immediately turn over to the broker all listing information and listing contracts, keys, purchase and sale agreements and similar contracts, buyer brokerage information and contracts, and other property belonging to the broker. A sales associate shall not engage in any practice or conduct, directly or indirectly, which encourages, entices or induces clients of the broker to terminate any legal business relationship with the broker unless he first obtains written permission of the broker.

(6) Location of trust accounts and file records. When an actively licensed broker changes to a license status other than that of a designated broker, that individual must notify the commission in writing of the location of all trust accounts and transaction file records which the broker was responsible for during the term of licensure as a designated broker. These records shall be available to the commission for three (3) years following the year in which each transaction was closed.

History:

[54-2056, added 2000, ch. 285, sec. 3, p. 943; am. 2001, ch. 123, sec. 21, p. 439; am. 2002, ch. 220, sec. 11, p. 620; am. 2005, ch. 107, sec. 15, p. 354; am. 2007, ch. 98, sec. 12, p. 301; am. 2015, ch. 51, sec. 11, p. 123.]
Idaho Code § 54-5001 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 50 / Section 54-5001
54-5001 DECLARATION OF POLICY.
Status: in_force

54-5001. Declaration of policy. The purpose of this chapter is to ensure that installation of all heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems in the state of Idaho shall be in accordance with the 2006 International Mechanical Code as published by the International Code Council, the 2006 International Fuel Gas Code as published by the International Code Council, and parts V and VI of the 2006 International Residential Code as published by the International Code Council, applicable to the industry and including amendments, revisions and later editions of these codes as adopted by the Idaho heating, ventilation and air conditioning board. Nothing in this chapter shall require a local government to adopt or implement a mechanical inspection program unless such local government chooses to do so by an ordinance duly adopted. By January 1, 2005, local governments that issue mechanical permits and perform mechanical or fuel gas enforcement activities shall, by ordinance, adopt and enforce the codes as prescribed by this chapter.

History:

[54-5001, added 2003, ch. 276, sec. 1, p. 734; am. 2004, ch. 272, sec. 5, p. 760; am. 2008, ch. 255, sec. 1, p. 747.]
Idaho Code § 54-2069 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2069
54-2069 REAL ESTATE RECOVERY FUND ESTABLISHED.
Status: in_force

54-2069. Real estate recovery fund established. There is hereby created in the state treasury the real estate recovery fund. A balance of not more than twenty thousand dollars ($20,000) shall be maintained in the fund, to be used for satisfying claims against persons licensed under this chapter, as provided in sections 54-2069 through 54-2078, Idaho Code. Any balance over twenty thousand dollars ($20,000) shall be deposited in the special real estate fund and be subject to appropriation by the legislature for the use of the commission to carry out the provisions of this chapter.

History:

[54-2069, added 2000, ch. 285, sec. 3, p. 949.]
Idaho Code § 54-2310 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 23 / Section 54-2310
54-2310 VIOLATION AND PENALTY.
Status: in_force

54-2310. Violation and penalty. Any person who shall practice or attempt to offer to practice psychology, as defined in this act, without having at the time of so doing a valid, unexpired, unrevoked, and unsuspended license issued under this act shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be subject to a fine of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) or imprisonment for not more than six (6) months or both for each violation.

History:

[54-2310, added 1963, ch. 186, sec. 10, p. 549; am. 1984, ch. 141, sec. 4, p. 332.]
Idaho Code § 54-3713 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 37 / Section 54-3713
54-3713 SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION OF LICENSE — REFUSAL TO RENEW.
Status: in_force

54-3713. Suspension and revocation of license — Refusal to renew. (1) Subject to the provisions of chapter 52, title 67, Idaho Code, the board may deny a license or refuse to renew a license, or may suspend or revoke a license or may impose probationary conditions or disciplinary actions if the licensee or applicant for license has been found guilty of unprofessional conduct as set forth in section 54-3718, Idaho Code, which has endangered or is likely to endanger the health, welfare, or safety of the public.

(2) A denial, refusal to renew, suspension, revocation, or imposition of probationary conditions upon a license may be ordered by the board after a hearing in the manner provided by chapter 52, title 67, Idaho Code. An application for reinstatement may be made to the board one (1) year from the date of the revocation of a license. The board shall (a) accept or reject an application for reinstatement; and (b) hold a hearing to consider such reinstatement.

(3) A suspended license is subject to expiration and may be renewed as provided in this chapter, but such renewal shall not entitle the licensee, while the license remains suspended and until it is reinstated, to engage in the licensed activity, or in any other conduct or activity in violation of the order of judgment by which the license was suspended.

(4) A license revoked on disciplinary grounds is subject to expiration as provided in this chapter, but it may not be renewed. The licensee, as a condition of reinstatement, shall meet license requirements for new licensees and shall pay a reinstatement fee set by the board.

History:

[(54-3713) 54-3712, added 1987, ch. 69, sec. 1, p. 127; am. and redesig. 2009, ch. 222, sec. 13, p. 697; am. 2026, ch. 221, sec. 94, p. 977.]
Idaho Code § 54-4302 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 43 / Section 54-4302
54-4302 LEGISLATIVE INTENT.
Status: in_force

54-4302. LEGISLATIVE INTENT. To promote the highest degree of professional conduct on the part of persons providing respiratory care to the public and to assure the availability of respiratory care services of high quality to persons in need of such services, it is the intent of the legislature to provide for the licensure and regulation of persons offering respiratory care services to the public.

History:

[54-4302, added 2021, ch. 21, sec. 2, p. 55.]
Idaho Code § 54-5110 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 51 / Section 54-5110
54-5110 CERTAIN ACTS PROHIBITED.
Status: in_force

54-5110. certain acts prohibited. It shall be unlawful and a misdemeanor for any person to engage in any of the following acts:

(1) To practice, attempt, or offer to practice naturopathic medicine as defined in this chapter without a valid, unexpired, unrevoked, and unsuspended license issued under this chapter; or

(2) To represent oneself as licensed to practice naturopathic medicine under this chapter or to use the title or designation "licensed naturopathic physician," "physician of naturopathic medicine," "naturopathic medical doctor," or "NMD," unless such person is so licensed. The use of the term "naturopath," "naturopathic doctor," or "ND" by persons not licensed under this chapter shall not be restricted.

History:

[54-5110, added 2019, ch. 208, sec. 1, p. 638; am. 2024, ch. 61, sec. 40, p. 306.]
Idaho Code § 54-3215 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 32 / Section 54-3215
54-3215 EXEMPTIONS.
Status: in_force

54-3215. Exemptions. Students enrolled in a recognized program leading to a degree in social work may practice only under the direct supervision of a social worker of the licensure status necessary to provide the appropriate level of supervision as provided by board rule. This chapter shall not apply to any employee of any nursing or intermediate care facility licensed under section 39-1301, Idaho Code, who is designated in writing to be responsible for that facility's social services program and who receives regular consultation from a qualified social worker.

History:

[54-3215, added 1976, ch. 213, sec. 1, p. 782; am. 2000, ch. 166, sec. 1, p. 417; am. 2001, ch. 167, sec. 1, p. 579; am. 2002, ch. 85, sec. 12, p. 195; am. 2025, ch. 122, sec. 36, p. 644.]
Idaho Code § 54-2816 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 28 / Section 54-2816
54-2816 EXPIRATION OF CERTIFICATE — RENEWAL — RENEWAL FEE.
Status: in_force

54-2816. Expiration of certificate — Renewal — Renewal fee. Renewal of a certificate of registration may be effected at any time prior to expiration, the payment of a renewal fee to be fixed by the board at not more than two hundred dollars ($200) biennially. All certificates of registration issued under the provisions of this chapter shall be subject to biennial renewal and shall expire unless renewed. The maximum fee for reinstatement shall not exceed four hundred dollars ($400) as determined by the rules of the board. All renewals and reinstatements shall be in accordance with section 67-2614, Idaho Code.

History:

[54-2816, added 1971, ch. 137, sec. 16, p. 576; am. 1992, ch. 71, sec. 3, p. 207; am. 2008, ch. 249, sec. 9, p. 735; am. 2024, ch. 86, sec. 24, p. 405.]
Idaho Code § 54-1213 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 12 / Section 54-1213
54-1213 APPLICATIONS AND FEES.
Status: in_force

54-1213. Applications and fees. Applications for licensure as a professional engineer or professional land surveyor, or certification as an engineer intern or land surveyor intern, shall be on forms prescribed and furnished by the board. The application shall show the applicant's education and a detailed summary of his engineering or land surveying experience. An applicant for licensure as a professional engineer or professional land surveyor shall furnish not less than five (5) references, of whom three (3) or more should be professional engineers or professional land surveyors, as applicable, having personal knowledge of the applicant's engineering or land surveying experience. Applications for certificates of authorization shall be made in accordance with section 54-1235, Idaho Code.

The maximum application fee for professional engineers or professional land surveyors seeking to be licensed by examination shall not exceed one hundred dollars ($100). The application fee shall accompany the application. The examination fee, which shall be separate from the application fee, shall be paid by the applicant directly to the entity designated by the board.

The maximum application fee for an applicant who seeks a certificate as an engineer intern or land surveyor intern shall not exceed fifty dollars ($50.00). The application fee shall accompany the application. The examination fee, which shall be separate from the application fee, shall be paid by the applicant directly to the entity designated by the board.

The maximum application fee for business entities seeking a certificate of authorization shall be two hundred dollars ($200). The application fee shall accompany the application.

The amount of the license fee or certificate fee shall be fixed by the board prior to June 30 of any year and shall continue in force until changed.

Should the board deny the issuance of a certificate or license to any applicant, the application fee paid shall be retained as a processing fee.

History:

[54-1213, added 1939, ch. 231, sec. 13, p. 516; am. 1957, ch. 234, sec. 8, p. 547; am. 1961, ch. 258, sec. 4, p. 422; am. 1963, ch. 23, sec. 1, p. 164; am. 1970, ch. 95, sec. 1, p. 238; am. 1978, ch. 170, sec. 9, p. 379; am. 1984, ch. 254, sec. 1, p. 605; am. 1986, ch. 140, sec. 12, p. 385; am. 1990, ch. 192, sec. 4, p. 428; am. 1996, ch. 357, sec. 10, p. 1194; am. 1998, ch. 220, sec. 7, p. 759; am. 2000, ch. 289, sec. 8, p. 997; am. 2001, ch. 247, sec. 4, p. 893; am. 2004, ch. 84, sec. 3, p. 317; am. 2008, ch. 378, sec. 11, p. 1035; am. 2009, ch. 20, sec. 1, p. 46; am. 2010, ch. 111, sec. 2, p. 225; am. 2012, ch. 24, sec. 2, p. 81.]
Idaho Code § 54-2005 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2005
54-2005 THE IDAHO REAL ESTATE COMMISSION.
Status: in_force

54-2005. The Idaho real estate commission. There is hereby created in the division of occupational and professional licenses the Idaho real estate commission, for the purpose of administering this chapter. The commission shall consist of five (5) members who shall be appointed by the governor and who shall serve at the pleasure of the governor. Members who are licensed under this chapter shall be appointed as follows: one (1) from the northern district consisting of Idaho, Lewis, Nez Perce, Clearwater, Latah, Benewah, Boundary, Shoshone, Kootenai and Bonner counties; one (1) from the southeastern district consisting of Lemhi, Butte, Clark, Fremont, Jefferson, Madison, Teton, Bonneville, Bingham, Caribou, Bear Lake, Franklin, Oneida, Power and Bannock counties; one (1) from the southwestern district consisting of Owyhee, Elmore, Ada, Canyon, Boise, Gem, Payette, Washington, Adams and Valley counties; and one (1) from the south central district consisting of Blaine, Camas, Cassia, Custer, Gooding, Jerome, Lincoln, Minidoka and Twin Falls counties.

History:

[54-2005, added 2000, ch. 285, sec. 3, p. 914; am. 2016, ch. 340, sec. 24, p. 945; am. 2021, ch. 222, sec. 18, p. 632.]
Idaho Code § 54-3902 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 39 / Section 54-3902
54-3902 DEFINITIONS.
Status: in_force

54-3902. Definitions. As used in this chapter:

(1) "Allied health advisory board" means the Idaho allied health advisory board established in chapter 1, title 54, Idaho Code.

(2) "Athlete" means a person who participates in exercises, sports, or games requiring physical strength, agility, flexibility, range of motion, speed or stamina and which exercises, sports or games are of the type generally conducted in association with an educational institution or professional, amateur or recreational sports club or organization.

(3) "Athletic injury" means a physical injury, harm, hurt or common condition (such as heat disorders), incurred by an athlete, preventing or limiting participation in athletic activity, sports or recreation, which athletic trainers are educated to evaluate and treat or refer to the directing physician.

(4) "Athletic trainer" means a person who has met the qualifications for licensure as set forth in this chapter, is licensed under this chapter, and carries out the practice of athletic training under the direction of a designated Idaho licensed physician, registered with the board or a designated Idaho licensed chiropractic physician.

(5) "Athletic training" means the application by a licensed athletic trainer of principles and methods of:

(a) Prevention of athletic injuries;

(b) Recognition, evaluation and assessment of athletic injuries and conditions;

(c) Immediate care of athletic injuries including common emergency medical situations;

(d) Rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletic injuries;

(e) Athletic training services administration and organization; and

(f) Education of athletes.

(6) "Board" means the Idaho state board of medicine.

(7) "Directing physician" means a designated person duly licensed to practice medicine in Idaho or a designated Idaho licensed chiropractic physician, who is responsible for the athletic training services provided by the athletic trainer and oversees the practice of athletic training of the athletic trainer, as established by board rule. This chapter does not authorize the practice of medicine or any of its branches by a person not so licensed by the board.

(a) This direction will be provided by verbal order when the directing physician is present and by written order or by athletic training service plans or protocols, as established by board rule, when the directing physician is not present.

(b) Upon referral from a physician licensed in another state and in good standing, the practice of athletic training or physical rehabilitation and/or reconditioning shall be carried out under the written orders of the referring physician and in collaboration with the directing physician.

History:

[54-3902, added 1989, ch. 179, sec. 1, p. 442; am. 2003, ch. 261, sec. 1, p. 686; am. 2024, ch. 61, sec. 11, p. 294.]
Idaho Code § 54-2063 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2063
54-2063 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURE AND REVIEW OF AGENCY ACTION.
Status: in_force

54-2063. Disciplinary procedure and review of agency action. All disciplinary actions under this chapter and all rights of review or appeal are governed by chapter 52, title 67, Idaho Code, and the rules of practice and procedure of the Idaho real estate commission.

History:

[54-2063, added 2000, ch. 285, sec. 3, p. 947.]
Idaho Code § 54-1723B — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 17 / Section 54-1723B
54-1723B MULTISTATE PRACTICE OF PHARMACY.
Status: in_force

54-1723B. multistate practice of pharmacy. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary:

(1) The board may enter into mutual recognition agreements with one (1) or more party states provided that each party state:

(a) Has substantially similar requirements for drug outlet registration as required in section 54-1730, Idaho Code, pharmacist licensure, as required in section 54-1722, Idaho Code, or pharmacist intern and technician registration, or both;

(b) Requires a fingerprint-based criminal history check prior to licensure that is substantially similar to the requirement in section 54-1718, Idaho Code; and

(c) Grants the same multistate practice privileges to Idaho drug outlets, pharmacists, pharmacist interns, or technicians as Idaho grants to the party state's drug outlets, pharmacists, pharmacist interns, or technicians under like circumstances and conditions.

(2) A drug outlet, pharmacist, pharmacist intern, or technician license issued by a party state will be recognized by the board as permitting the multistate practice of pharmacy in or into Idaho without a license issued by the board provided the following conditions are met:

(a) The party state is the primary state of residence for the multistate licensee;

(b) The multistate licensee holds an active license issued by a party state that is not currently suspended, revoked, canceled, or otherwise restricted or conditioned in any manner; and

(c) The requirements specified in paragraph (a) or (b) of this subsection shall be met at all times by any multistate licensee engaged in the multistate practice of pharmacy in or into Idaho.

(i) If such a multistate licensee no longer meets the requirements in paragraph (a) of this subsection, the multistate licensee shall apply for licensure in the new primary state of residence prior to relocating to the new primary state of residence. If the pharmacist, pharmacist intern, or technician's new primary state of residence is either Idaho or another party state, the pharmacist, pharmacist intern, or technician may continue to practice until a new license is issued in the new primary state of residence.

(ii) If a multistate licensee no longer meets the requirements in paragraph (b) of this subsection, the multistate licensee shall immediately cease engaging in the multistate practice of pharmacy in or into Idaho, unless the multistate licensee obtains a license issued by the board.

(3) A multistate licensee engaged in the multistate practice of pharmacy in or into Idaho shall comply with all laws governing the practice of pharmacy in the state of Idaho.

(4) If the board finds grounds for discipline exist, as set forth in section 54-1726 or 37-2718, Idaho Code, the board may impose upon the multistate practice privileges of a multistate licensee any of the penalties set forth in section 54-1728 or 37-2718, Idaho Code. The board's imposition of any penalties shall be limited to the multistate practice privileges of a multistate licensee. Only the party state shall have the power to revoke, suspend, or otherwise discipline a license issued by the party state.

(5) The board shall promptly notify a party state of any board action taken against the multistate practice privileges of a multistate licensee licensed by the party state. The party state shall give the same priority and effect to reported conduct received from the board as it would if such conduct had occurred within the party state.

History:

[54-1723B, added 2019, ch. 25, sec. 4, p. 42; am. 2021, ch. 54, sec. 13, p. 170; am. 2022, ch. 45, sec. 3, p. 129; am. 2025, ch. 93, sec. 15, p. 422.]
Idaho Code § 54-3510A — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 35 / Section 54-3510A
54-3510A DISCIPLINARY SANCTIONS.
Status: in_force

54-3510A. disciplinary sanctions. If grounds for discipline are found to exist, the board of medicine, upon the recommendation of the allied health advisory board, may issue an order to:

(1) Revoke the dietitian's license to practice dietetics;

(2) Suspend or restrict the dietitian's license to practice dietetics; and/or

(3) Impose conditions or probation upon the dietitian's license to practice dietetics.

History:

[54-3510A, added 2017, ch. 294, sec. 11, p. 783; am. 2024, ch. 61, sec. 10, p. 294.]
Idaho Code § 54-2033 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2033
54-2033 INSTRUCTOR QUALIFICATIONS.
Status: in_force

54-2033. Instructor qualifications. (1) Qualified instructors at degree-granting institutions. A qualified or full-time instructor or professor of an accredited college or university in any state or jurisdiction and who teaches real estate-related courses is deemed to be an approved instructor of such courses, in Idaho, for the purposes of this chapter.

(2) Other instructor applicants. All other individuals wishing to teach any real estate courses for credit toward Idaho prelicense requirements, including the business conduct and office operations course, or the post license or the commission continuing education core course requirements, must first meet the following additional qualifications and receive separate certification for each course to be taught:

(a) Unless this requirement is waived upon special review of the commission in the manner stated below, no individual instructor seeking certification may have had a real estate or other professional or occupational license suspended or revoked for disciplinary reasons or have been refused a renewal of a license issued by the state of Idaho or any other state or jurisdiction. Further, the individual may not have been convicted, issued any fine, placed on probation, received a withheld judgment, or completed any sentence of confinement for or on account of any felony, or any misdemeanor involving fraud, misrepresentation, or dishonest or dishonorable dealing, in a court of proper jurisdiction. The failure of a certified instructor to maintain the qualifications required by this subsection shall be grounds for the commission to withdraw or cancel the instructor's certificate as provided in section 54-2025(3), Idaho Code.

(b) Each applicant for certification shall also:

(i) Submit a completed application for instructor certification in the form and manner required by the commission, with all required fees;

(ii) File an executed "irrevocable consent to service of process" in the manner and form prescribed by the commission and according to section 54-2012(1)(k), Idaho Code;

(iii) Qualify as at least one (1) of the following:

1. An attorney at law actively licensed in any state or jurisdiction with at least five (5) years of active practice in the areas of study proposed to be taught, and who has also successfully completed a commission-approved instructor training course or procedure, including an assistant teaching period;

2. An individual currently approved or certified and in good standing as a real estate instructor for the same or similar course material in any other state or jurisdiction;

3. An individual who is appointed to teach a nationally recognized real estate course which is generally accepted in other states or jurisdictions; or

4. An individual with at least five (5) years active real estate-related experience who has also successfully completed a commission-approved instructor training procedure, including an assistant teaching period.

(3) Instructor teaching standards. An instructor certified to teach any real estate course for credit toward the requirements of this chapter shall comply with the minimum teaching standards established by the commission. A certified instructor shall not teach the course in a manner that is detrimental to the purpose of educating licensees.

History:

[54-2033, added 2000, ch. 285, sec. 3, p. 928; am. 2003, ch. 66, sec. 5, p. 225; am. 2004, ch. 120, sec. 4, p. 408; am. 2005, ch. 107, sec. 10, p. 350; am. 2006, ch. 166, sec. 7, p. 512; am. 2008, ch. 142, sec. 5, p. 414; am. 2010, ch. 212, sec. 4, p. 460; am. 2015, ch. 51, sec. 7, p. 119.]
Idaho Code § 54-4708 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 47 / Section 54-4708
54-4708 ACUPUNCTURE TRAINEE PERMIT.
Status: in_force

54-4708. Acupuncture trainee permit. (1) A person seeking the experience needed to obtain licensure or certification pursuant to this chapter may apply for an acupuncture trainee permit. Such person shall pay all required fees, submit a written application provided by the board and show to the satisfaction of the board that such person is qualified and actively pursuing an acupuncture license or certification.

(2) In approving an acupuncture trainee permit the board shall consider the scope and extent of the applicant's academic and other training and experience in health care to date and may, for each individual acupuncture trainee:

(a) Require such supervision, as the board may deem appropriate, by a person licensed or certified pursuant to this chapter;

(b) Restrict the practice of acupuncture for the acupuncture trainee to specified therapies or treatments.

(3) A person's acupuncture trainee permit expires two (2) years from the date of issuance. However, the board may renew the permit for up to two (2) years if, before the permit expires, the person asks the board for an extension and establishes to the board's satisfaction that good cause exists for the board to renew the permit. The renewal of any acupuncture trainee permit may be upon such conditions as the board may require. The board may not renew a permit more than once and the board may not issue more than one (1) permit to any person.

History:

[54-4708, added 1999, ch. 379, sec. 1, p. 1042; am. 2002, ch. 81, sec. 3, p. 185; am. 2011, ch. 75, sec. 4, p. 158; am. 2024, ch. 86, sec. 41, p. 415.]
Idaho Code § 54-2921 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 29 / Section 54-2921
54-2921 RENEWAL AND REINSTATEMENT OF LICENSES — PUBLIC DISPLAY — INACTIVE LICENSE.
Status: in_force

54-2921. Renewal and reinstatement of licenses — Public display — Inactive license. (1) All licenses issued under the provisions of this chapter shall be subject to biennial renewal and shall expire unless renewed in the manner prescribed by the board regarding applications for renewal, continuing education, and fees. License renewal and reinstatement shall be in accordance with section 67-2614, Idaho Code.

(2) Each person licensed pursuant to this chapter shall, on or before the expiration of his or her license, submit an application and pay to the board a license fee for a renewal of the license and shall keep such license posted in his or her office or established place of business at all times.

(3) The board may issue inactive licenses pursuant to rules adopted by the board that may specify the terms and procedures necessary to maintain an inactive license. The holder of an inactive license shall not engage in any practice defined by this chapter.

History:

[54-2921, added 2005, ch. 277, sec. 2, p. 863; am. 2024, ch. 86, sec. 25, p. 406.]
Idaho Code § 54-4308 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 43 / Section 54-4308
54-4308 REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSURE.
Status: in_force

54-4308. REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSURE. (1) A person who meets the requirements for licensure under the provisions of this section and who is not exempt from the requirements of this chapter pursuant to section 54-4312, Idaho Code, shall apply to the allied health advisory board for the issuance of a license. The completed application shall be on a form provided by the board.

(2) The board shall issue a license to an applicant if the applicant makes a satisfactory showing to the allied health advisory board that he has:

(a) Not been convicted of a crime deemed relevant in accordance with section 67-9411(1), Idaho Code;

(b) Not been subjected to disciplinary action in any state or territory of the United States or in any foreign country arising from a showing of gross negligence or intentional misconduct directly related to the provision of respiratory care; and

(c) Successfully received respiratory care credentialing by a board-approved national accrediting organization.

History:

[54-4308, added 2021, ch. 21, sec. 2, p. 57; am. 2024, ch. 61, sec. 28, p. 301.]
Idaho Code § 54-103 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 1 / Section 54-103
54-103 POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE ALLIED HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD AND THE BOARD OF MEDICINE.
Status: in_force

54-103. POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE allied health advisory BOARD AND THE BOARD OF MEDICINE. (1) The board of medicine shall administer, coordinate, and enforce the provisions of: chapter 35, title 54, Idaho Code, relating to dietitians; chapter 39, title 54, Idaho Code, relating to athletic trainers; chapter 43, title 54, Idaho Code, relating to respiratory therapists; and chapter 51, title 54, Idaho Code, relating to naturopathic medical doctors. The allied health advisory board shall make recommendations to, and consult with, the board of medicine concerning qualification of applicants for licensure, issuance of licenses, discipline of licensees, and rules to be promulgated under the chapters listed in this subsection.

(2) The board of medicine may, upon recommendation of the allied health advisory board, adopt rules pursuant to chapter 52, title 67, Idaho Code, necessary to implement the provisions of the chapters listed in subsection (1) of this section, including but not limited to rules relating to professional licensure, examination, the establishment of ethical standards of practice, disciplinary proceedings, and license suspension, restriction, or revocation for persons holding a license to practice dietetics, athletic training, respiratory therapy, or naturopathic medicine, respectively, in Idaho.

(3) The allied health advisory board shall hold meetings, conduct hearings, and keep records and minutes as are necessary to carry out its functions.

(4) All fees received pursuant to the provisions of the chapters listed in subsection (1) of this section shall be deposited in the state treasury to the credit of the occupational licenses fund. All costs and expenses incurred by the board of medicine or the allied health advisory board pursuant to the provisions of the chapters listed in subsection (1) of this section shall be a charge against and paid from said fund for such purposes, and the moneys collected pursuant to this section shall be immediately available for the administration of the chapters listed in subsection (1) of this section.

History:

[54-103, added 2024, ch. 61, sec. 1, p. 290.]
Idaho Code § 54-5216 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 52 / Section 54-5216
54-5216 REINSTATEMENT OF REGISTRATION AFTER DISCIPLINE.
Status: in_force

54-5216. Reinstatement of registration after discipline. The board may reinstate a suspended or revoked registration upon a showing that:

(1) The grounds for such suspension or revocation have been eliminated;

(2) Such a violation is not likely to reoccur in the future; and

(3) The public interest is not jeopardized by reinstating the registration.

History:

[54-5216, added 2005, ch. 153, sec. 1, p. 480.]
Idaho Code § 54-3307 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 33 / Section 54-3307
54-3307 SUSPENSION OR REVOCATION OF LICENSE.
Status: in_force

54-3307. Suspension or revocation of license. (1) The board shall have the power to refuse to issue a license, suspend or revoke a license, or place a licensed person on probation for a period specified by the board and subject to such conditions as the board shall impose or to reprimand or censure a licensee for any of the following:

(a) Conviction or finding of guilt in this or any other state of a felony or any other crime deemed relevant in accordance with section 67-9411(1), Idaho Code;

(b) Incompetence or gross negligence in the practice of denturitry;

(c) Fraud or misrepresentation in the practice of denturitry;

(d) Use of any narcotic or dangerous drug or intoxicating liquor to an extent that such use impairs the ability to safely conduct the practice of denturitry; or

(e) A violation of this chapter or any rule adopted pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.

(2) The division shall have the power to examine and inspect the place of business of any licensed denturist at a reasonable time and in a reasonable manner to assure compliance with this chapter.

(3) The board shall have the right to establish standards of conduct and practice and the power to enforce such standards with monetary penalties, revocation or suspension of licensure, or both.

History:

[54-3307, added 2026, ch. 298, sec. 9, p. 1229.]
Idaho Code § 54-1732 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 17 / Section 54-1732
54-1732 VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES.
Status: in_force

54-1732. Violations and penalties. (1) No drug outlet designated in section 54-1729, Idaho Code, shall be operated until a certificate has been issued to said facility by the board. Upon the finding of a violation of this subsection, the board may impose one (1) or more of the penalties enumerated in section 54-1728, Idaho Code.

(2) Reinstatement of a certificate that has been suspended, revoked or restricted by the board may be granted in accordance with the procedures specified in section 54-1728, Idaho Code.

(3) The following acts, or the failure to act, and the causing of any such act or failure are unlawful:

(a) The sale, delivery or administration of any prescription drug or legend drug, except an emergency medication pursuant to section 54-1735, Idaho Code, unless:

(i) Such legend drug is dispensed or delivered by a pharmacist or prescriber upon an original prescription, drug order or prescription drug order by a practitioner in good faith in the course of his practice. Any person violating the provisions of this subparagraph shall be guilty of a felony and on conviction thereof shall be imprisoned in the state penitentiary for a term not to exceed three (3) years, or punished by a fine of not more than five thousand dollars ($5,000), or by both such fine and imprisonment; or

(ii) In the case of a legend drug dispensed to a person, there is a label affixed to the immediate container in which such drug is dispensed. Any person violating this subparagraph shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be fined not more than five hundred dollars ($500). Nothing in this subparagraph prohibits a practitioner from delivering professional samples of legend drugs in their original containers in the course of his practice when oral directions for use are given at the time of such delivery.

(b) The refilling of any prescription or drug order for a legend drug, except as designated on the prescription or drug order or by the authorization of the practitioner. Any person guilty of violating the provisions of this paragraph shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be incarcerated in the county jail for a term not to exceed one (1) year or punished by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by both such fine and incarceration.

(c) The possession or use of a legend drug or a precursor, except an emergency medication pursuant to section 54-1735, Idaho Code, by any person unless such person obtains such drug on the prescription or drug order of a practitioner. Any person guilty of violating the provisions of this paragraph shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be incarcerated in the county jail for a term not to exceed one (1) year or punished by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by both such fine and incarceration.

(d) The wholesale distribution of drugs or devices by a pharmacy except for:

(i) The sale, transfer, merger or consolidation of all or part of the business of a pharmacy or pharmacies from or with another pharmacy or pharmacies, whether accomplished as a purchase and sale of stock or business assets;

(ii) The sale of minimal quantities of prescription drugs to practitioners for office use or to dispensing drug outlets for a specific patient need;

(iii) The sale of a prescription drug for emergency medical reasons, but never to a wholesale distributor;

(iv) Intracompany sales of prescription drugs, meaning any transaction or transfer between any division, subsidiary, parent or affiliated or related company under common ownership and control of a corporate entity, or any transaction or transfer between colicensees or a colicensed product, but never to a wholesale distributor; or

(v) Other exemptions as permitted by federal law.

(e) The failure to keep records as required by this chapter. Any person guilty of violating the provisions of this paragraph shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be incarcerated in the county jail for a term not to exceed one (1) year or punished by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by both such fine and incarceration.

(f) The refusal to make available and to accord full opportunity to check any record, as required by the board. Any person guilty of violating the provisions of this paragraph shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be incarcerated in the county jail for a term not to exceed one (1) year or punished by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by both such fine and incarceration.

(g) It is unlawful to:

(i) Obtain or attempt to obtain a legend drug or procure or attempt to procure the administration of a legend drug: by fraud, deceit, misrepresentation or subterfuge; by the forgery or alteration of a prescription, drug order, or of any written order; by the concealment of a material fact; or by the use of a false name or the giving of a false address;

(ii) Communicate information to a practitioner in an effort unlawfully to procure a legend drug, or unlawfully to procure the administration of any such drug. Any such communication shall not be deemed a privileged communication;

(iii) Intentionally make a false statement in any prescription, drug order, order, report or record required by this chapter;

(iv) For the purpose of obtaining a legend drug to falsely assume the title of, or represent himself to be, a manufacturer, wholesaler, dispenser, prescriber, or other person;

(v) Make or utter any false or forged prescription or false drug order or forged written order;

(vi) Affix any false or forged label to a package or receptacle containing legend drugs. This subparagraph does not apply to law enforcement agencies or their representatives while engaged in enforcing state and federal drug laws; or

(vii) Wholesale or retail any prescription or legend drug to any person in this state not entitled by law to deliver such drug to another.

Every violation of paragraph (g)(i) through (vi) of this subsection shall be a misdemeanor, and any person convicted thereof shall be incarcerated in the county jail for a term not to exceed one (1) year or fined not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), or punished by both such fine and imprisonment. Any person violating paragraph (g)(vii) of this subsection is guilty of a felony and on conviction thereof shall be imprisoned in the state penitentiary for a term not to exceed three (3) years or punished by a fine of not more than five thousand dollars ($5,000), or by both such fine and imprisonment.

(4) The ultimate user of a legend drug who has lawfully obtained such legend drug may deliver, without being registered, the legend drug to another person for the purpose of disposal of the legend drug if the person receiving the legend drug for purposes of disposal is authorized under a state or federal law or regulation to engage in such activity.

History:

[54-1732, added 1979, ch. 131, sec. 3, p. 421; am. 1985, ch. 43, sec. 1, p. 91; am. 2010, ch. 113, sec. 1, p. 231; am. 2013, ch. 28, sec. 13, p. 65; am. 2014, ch. 146, sec. 3, p. 396; am. 2015, ch. 28, sec. 2, p. 48; am. 2015, ch. 88, sec. 2, p. 218; am. 2016, ch. 264, sec. 2, p. 694; am. 2018, ch. 348, sec. 9, p. 805; am. 2019, ch. 25, sec. 9, p. 46; am. 2019, ch. 82, sec. 1, p. 194; am. 2020, ch. 14, sec. 14, p. 50; am. 2021, ch. 54, sec. 22, p. 177; am. 2024, ch. 69, sec. 15, p. 350; am. 2025, ch. 93, sec. 31, p. 431; am. 2026, ch. 221, sec. 90, p. 972.]
Idaho Code § 54-3915 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 39 / Section 54-3915
54-3915 FEES.
Status: in_force

54-3915. FEES. In accordance with section 54-103, Idaho Code, all fees received under the provisions of this chapter shall be deposited in the state treasury to the credit of the occupational licenses fund. All costs and expenses incurred by the board or the allied health advisory board under the provisions of this chapter shall be a charge against and paid from said fund for such purposes, and the moneys collected pursuant to this section shall be immediately available for the administration of this chapter.

History:

[54-3915, added 2024, ch. 61, sec. 23, p. 299.]
Idaho Code § 54-1854 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1854
54-1854 POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE INTERSTATE COMMISSION.
Status: in_force

54-1854. powers and duties of the interstate commission. The interstate commission shall have the duty and the power to:

(1) Oversee and maintain the administration of the compact;

(2) Promulgate rules that shall be binding to the extent and in the manner provided for in the compact;

(3) Issue, upon the request of a member state or member board, advisory opinions concerning the meaning or interpretation of the compact, its bylaws, rules and actions;

(4) Enforce compliance with compact provisions, the rules promulgated by the interstate commission, and the bylaws, using all necessary and proper means including, but not limited to, the use of judicial process;

(5) Establish and appoint committees including, but not limited, to an executive committee, which shall have the power to act on behalf of the interstate commission in carrying out its powers and duties;

(6) Pay or provide for the payment of the expenses related to the establishment, organization and ongoing activities of the interstate commission;

(7) Establish and maintain one (1) or more offices;

(8) Borrow, accept, hire or contract for services of personnel;

(9) Purchase and maintain insurance and bonds;

(10) Employ an executive director who shall have such powers to employ, select or appoint employees, agents or consultants, and to determine their qualifications, define their duties and fix their compensation;

(11) Establish personnel policies and programs relating to conflicts of interest, rates of compensation and qualifications of personnel;

(12) Accept donations and grants of money, equipment, supplies, materials and services, and receive, utilize and dispose of such items in a manner consistent with the conflict of interest policies established by the interstate commission;

(13) Lease, purchase, accept contributions or donations of, or otherwise to own, hold, improve or use any property, whether real, personal or mixed;

(14) Sell, convey, mortgage, pledge, lease, exchange, abandon or otherwise dispose of any property, whether real, personal or mixed;

(15) Establish a budget and make expenditures;

(16) Adopt a seal and bylaws governing the management and operation of the interstate commission;

(17) Report annually to the legislatures and governors of the member states concerning the activities of the interstate commission during the preceding year. Such reports shall also include reports of financial audits and any recommendations that may have been adopted by the interstate commission;

(18) Coordinate education, training and public awareness regarding the compact, its implementation and its operation;

(19) Maintain records in accordance with the bylaws;

(20) Seek and obtain trademarks, copyrights and patents; and

(21) Perform such functions as may be necessary or appropriate to achieve the purposes of the compact.

History:

[54-1854, added 2015, ch. 105, sec. 1, p. 254.]
Idaho Code § 54-5304 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 53 / Section 54-5304
54-5304 LICENSE REQUIRED — BUSINESS ENTITIES — NAME AND ADDRESS CHANGE.
Status: in_force

54-5304. License required — Business entities — Name and address change. (1) It shall be unlawful for any person to practice or to offer to engage in any practice governed by this chapter, or display a sign or in any other way advertise or represent oneself as a person who engages in such practices, unless duly licensed in accordance with this chapter. The license shall be posted in the person's established place of business or carried upon the person, and shall be presented upon demand as proof of licensing.

(2) A person, corporation, partnership, trust, association or other legal entity may maintain an established facility for engaging in an operation governed by this chapter, provided that such facility is properly licensed pursuant to this chapter. No person, corporation, partnership, trust, association or other legal entity may operate or conduct business under an assumed business name unless such operation or business is registered in accordance with the rules of the board.

(3) All holders of individual or facility licenses shall notify the board in writing of any change of address of office or established place of business within thirty (30) days of such change.

(4) All holders of individual or facility licenses shall report to the board and provide official documentation of any name change within thirty (30) days after the change becomes final.

History:

[(54-5304) 54-5104, added 2005, ch. 143, sec. 1, p. 442; am. and redesig. 2006, ch. 16, sec. 11, p. 53.]
Idaho Code § 54-1801 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1801
54-1801 SHORT TITLE.
Status: in_force

54-1801. Short title. This chapter may be cited as the "Medical Practice Act."

History:

[54-1801, added 1977, ch. 199, sec. 2, p. 536.]
Idaho Code § 54-5908 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 59 / Section 54-5908
54-5908 REGISTERED NATUROPATHS.
Status: in_force

54-5908. Registered naturopaths. (1) Naturopaths who are not licensed naturopathic doctors may, but shall not be required to, obtain registration under the provisions of this chapter and pursuant to the rules of the board.

(2) The scope of practice for a registered naturopath under this chapter shall be limited to practices permitted pursuant to section 54-1804(1)(l), Idaho Code.

History:

[54-5908, added 2022, ch. 194, sec. 1, p. 640.]
Idaho Code § 54-1865 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1865
54-1865 SEVERABILITY AND CONSTRUCTION.
Status: in_force

54-1865. severability and construction. (1) The provisions of the compact shall be severable, and if any phrase, clause, sentence or provision is deemed unenforceable, the remaining provisions of the compact shall be enforceable.

(2) The provisions of the compact shall be liberally construed to effectuate its purposes.

(3) Nothing in the compact shall be construed to prohibit the applicability of other interstate compacts to which the states are members.

History:

[54-1865, added 2015, ch. 105, sec. 1, p. 259.]
Idaho Code § 54-2314 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 23 / Section 54-2314
54-2314 PRIVILEGED COMMUNICATION — CONFIDENTIAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS BETWEEN PSYCHOLOGIST AND CLIENT.
Status: in_force

54-2314. Privileged communication — Confidential relations and communications between psychologist and client. A person licensed as a psychologist under the provisions of this act cannot, without the written consent of his client, be examined in a civil or criminal action as to any information acquired in the course of his professional services in behalf of the client. The confidential relations and communications between a psychologist and his client are on the same basis as those provided by law between an attorney and client, and nothing in this article shall be construed to require any such privileged communication to be disclosed.

History:

[54-2314, added 1963, ch. 186, sec. 14, p. 549.]
Idaho Code § 54-1802 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1802
54-1802 PURPOSE.
Status: in_force

54-1802. Purpose. Recognizing that the practice of medicine is a privilege granted by the state of Idaho and is not a natural right of individuals, the purpose of this chapter is to assure the public health, safety and welfare in the state by the licensure and regulation of physicians and physician assistants, and the exclusion of unlicensed persons from the practice of medicine.

History:

[54-1802, added 1977, ch. 199, sec. 3, p. 537.; am. 2019, ch. 26, sec. 2, p. 53.]
Idaho Code § 54-5215 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 52 / Section 54-5215
54-5215 AUTHORITY TO INVESTIGATE AND DISCIPLINE — SUSPENSION OR REVOCATION OF REGISTRATION.
Status: in_force

54-5215. Authority to investigate and discipline — Suspension or revocation of registration. (1) The board may investigate any person engaged in contracting within the state of Idaho or any person believed to have acted as a contractor without being duly registered as required by this chapter. Upon receipt of a written complaint from a person who claims to have been injured or defrauded by such person, or upon information received by the board, the board shall perform an investigation of the facts alleged against such person. If the board investigation reveals that the facts alleged or received are sufficient to proceed with a formal action, the board may authorize the filing of an administrative complaint against such person and may seek injunctive relief prohibiting such person from engaging in construction.

(2) The board shall have the authority to issue informal letters of reprimand, suspend or revoke a registration, impose a civil penalty in an amount not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000) or to issue a formal reprimand against any registered contractor if, after an opportunity for a hearing, the board determines that:

(a) A contractor has violated any of the provisions of this chapter including, but not limited to, failure to keep current or provide insurance coverage as required by this chapter;

(b) A contractor has violated any of the provisions of chapter 6, title 48, Idaho Code, relating to consumer protection including, but not limited to, making fraudulent misrepresentations to consumers;

(c) A contractor employed fraud or deception, made a misrepresentation or misstatement, or employed any unlawful means in applying for or securing registration as a contractor;

(d) A contractor employed fraud or deception, made a misrepresentation or misstatement, or employed any unlawful means in applying for or securing a building permit or other permits for construction of any type;

(e) A contractor failed to pay the required fee for registration as provided in this chapter;

(f) A contractor has been convicted of or has engaged in conduct constituting a violation of public laws, ordinances or rules of this state, or any subdivision thereof, relevant to contracting, reflecting on the registered contractor's ability or qualifications to continue contracting for other persons, and making the registered contractor a threat to the public safety, health or well-being;

(g) A contractor has engaged in any other conduct whether of the same or a different character than hereinabove specified which constitutes dishonest or dishonorable dealings;

(h) A contractor had a license, registration or certification revoked, suspended or refused by this or another state, territory, incorporated municipality, county, alternative form of local government, or other municipal or political corporation or subdivision of this or another state, or omitted such information from any application to the board, or failed to divulge such information when requested by the board;

(i) A contractor has been adjudged mentally incompetent by a court of competent jurisdiction; or

(j) A contractor interfered with an investigation or disciplinary proceeding by a willful misrepresentation of facts or by the use of threats or harassment against any person to prevent such person from providing evidence in a disciplinary proceeding, investigation or other legal action instituted in accordance with this chapter.

(3) A contractor whose registration has been revoked or suspended shall be required to return his certificate of registration within the time determined by the board or, upon a failure to do so, shall be liable for civil penalties as set by the board but not to exceed fifty dollars ($50.00) per day for each day the certificate is not returned after the expiration of the period allowed.

(4) The suspension or revocation of a registration shall be considered a contested case as provided for in chapter 52, title 67, Idaho Code, and shall be subject to the provisions of that chapter as well as the administrative rules adopted by the board governing contested cases.

(5) The assessment of attorney's fees and costs incurred in the investigation and prosecution or defense of a person under this section shall be governed by the provisions of section 12-117(5), Idaho Code.

History:

[54-5215, added 2005, ch. 153, sec. 1, p. 478; am. 2018, ch. 348, sec. 21, p. 817; am. 2020, ch. 320, sec. 2, p. 919.]
Idaho Code § 54-1901 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 19 / Section 54-1901
54-1901 LEGISLATIVE INTENT — DEFINITIONS.
Status: in_force

54-1901. Legislative intent — Definitions. (1) The legislature finds that it is in the best interests of the people of the state of Idaho to establish a process for licensure of public works contractors to be administered through the public works contractors license board. To assure that experienced and qualified contractors provide services to public entities in Idaho, the board is charged with licensing as provided in this chapter. Effective licensing procedures should assure that contractors of integrity provide work for which they have specific experience and expertise and that public facilities are constructed and rebuilt by efficient and cost-effective means. Licensing should also protect the public health and safety through judicious exercise of investigative, disciplinary and enforcement activities.

(2) For the interpretation of this chapter, unless the context indicates a different meaning:

(a) "Person" includes any individual, firm, copartnership, corporation, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, association or other organization, or any combination thereof acting as a unit.

(b) "Public works contractor," which term is synonymous with the term "builder," "subcontractor" and "specialty contractor," and in this chapter referred to as "contractor" or "licensee," includes any person who, in any capacity, undertakes, or offers to undertake, or purports to have the capacity to undertake any construction, repair or reconstruction of any public work, or submits a proposal to, or enters into a contract with, the state of Idaho, or any county, city, school district, sewer district, fire district, or any other taxing subdivision or district of any public or quasi-public corporation of the state, or with any agency, or with any other public board, body, commission, department or agency, or officer or representative thereof, authorized to let or award contracts for the construction, repair or reconstruction of any public work.

(c) "Public works construction" includes any or all of the following branches:

(i) Heavy construction, which is defined as constructing substantially in its entirety any fixed works and structures (not including "building construction"), without limitation, for any or all of the following divisions of subjects: irrigation, drainage, sanitation, sewage, water power, water supply, reservoirs, flood control, reclamation, inland waterways, railroads, grade separations, track elevation, elevated highways, hydroelectric developments, aqueducts, transmission lines, duct lines, pipelines, locks, dams, dikes, levees, revetments, channels, channel cutoffs, intakes, drainage, excavation and disposal of earth and rocks, foundations, piers, abutments, retaining walls, viaducts, shafts, tunnels, airports, air bases and airways, and other facilities incidental to the same;

(ii) Highway construction, which is defined as all work included in highway construction contracts, including, without limitation, highways, roads, streets, bridges, tunnels, sewer and street grading, street paving, curb setting, surfacing and other facilities incidental to any of the same;

(iii) Building construction, which is defined as all work in connection with any structure now built, being built, or hereafter built, for the support, shelter and enclosure of persons, chattels, personal and movable property of any kind, requiring in its construction the use of more than two (2) unrelated building trades or crafts.

(iv) Specialty construction, which is defined as any work in connection with any public works construction, requiring special skill and the use of specially skilled trades or crafts.

(d) "Board" means the board created by this chapter under the name of "public works contractors license board."

(e) "Administrator" means the administrator of the division of occupational and professional licenses.

(f) "Year" means the fiscal year ending June 30, each year.

(g) "Federal aid funds" means a direct grant in aid, matching funds, or loan from an agency of the federal government and designated for a specific public works project. Revenue sharing funds, federal impact funds, timber stumpage fees, and similar indirect allowances and subsidies not designated for a specific public works project shall not be regarded as "federal aid funds" within the meaning of this section.

(h) "Government obligation" means a public debt obligation of the United States government or the state of Idaho and an obligation whose principal and interest is unconditionally guaranteed by the United States government or the state of Idaho.

(i) "Public entity" means the state of Idaho, or any county, city, school district, sewer district, fire district, or any other taxing subdivision or district of any public or quasi-public corporation of the state, or any agency thereof, or with any other public board, body, commission, department or agency, or officer or representative thereof.

(j) "Bid" or "bidder" means any proposal submitted by a public works contractor to a public entity in competitive bidding for the construction, alteration, repair or improvement of any public works construction.

History:

[54-1901, added 1941, ch. 115, sec. 1, p. 212; am. 1955, ch. 223, sec. 1, p. 480; am. 1982, ch. 140, sec. 1, p. 395; am. 1982, ch. 147, sec. 1, p. 409; am. 1986, ch. 67, sec. 1, p. 189; am. 1991, ch. 282, sec. 1, p. 727; am. 1999, ch. 201, sec. 1, p. 530; am. 2001, ch. 300, sec. 1, p. 1086; am. 2005, ch. 213, sec. 24, p. 658; am. 2023, ch. 15, sec. 45, p. 100.]
Idaho Code § 54-4801 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 48 / Section 54-4801
54-4801 SHORT TITLE.
Status: in_force

54-4801. SHORT TITLE. This chapter may be cited as the "Revised Uniform Athlete Agents Act."

History:

[54-4801, added 2016, ch. 201, sec. 2, p. 562.]
Idaho Code § 54-1516 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 15 / Section 54-1516
54-1516 LIMITATION ON APPLICATION OF CHAPTER — NURSES, SCHOOL TEACHERS OR WELFARE WORKERS.
Status: in_force

54-1516. Limitation on application of chapter — Nurses, school teachers or welfare workers. It is not the intent of this chapter to prevent any nurse, school teacher or welfare worker, employed in public service, from ascertaining the probable need of visual services, provided such person does not attempt to diagnose or prescribe or to recommend any particular practitioner or system of practice.

History:

[54-1516, added 1972, ch. 91, sec. 2, p. 179.]
Idaho Code § 54-5616 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 56 / Section 54-5616
54-5616 CERTAIN ACTS PROHIBITED.
Status: in_force

54-5616. CERTAIN ACTS PROHIBITED. It shall be unlawful and a misdemeanor for any person to engage in any of the following acts:

(1) To practice genetic counseling or to represent himself to be a licensed genetic counselor as defined in this chapter without having at the time of so doing, a valid license issued under this chapter; or

(2) To use in connection with his name or place of business, the title genetic counselor or any words indicating or implying that the person holds a genetic counselor license unless he is licensed in accordance with this chapter.

History:

[54-5616, added 2015, ch. 128, sec. 1, p. 328.]
Idaho Code § 54-2121 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 21 / Section 54-2121
54-2121 OCCUPATIONAL LICENSES FUND — RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS.
Status: in_force

54-2121. occupational licenses fund — RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS. All fees, charges, and fines received by the board under the provisions of this chapter shall be deposited in the state treasury to the credit of the occupational licenses fund, and all costs and expenses incurred by the board under the provisions of this chapter shall be a charge against and paid from the fund for such purposes. The funds collected pursuant to this chapter shall be immediately available for the administration of this chapter, the provisions of any other law notwithstanding.

History:

54-2121 added 2021, ch. 224, sec. 56, p. 681.]
Idaho Code § 54-1924 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 19 / Section 54-1924
54-1924 SEPARABILITY.
Status: in_force

54-1924. Separability. If any part or parts of this act shall be adjudged by the courts to be unconstitutional or invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of any part or parts thereof which can be given effect without the part or parts adjudged to be unconstitutional or invalid.

History:

[54-1924, added 1941, ch. 115, sec. 25, p. 212; am. 1999, ch. 201, sec. 25, p. 545.]
Idaho Code § 54-316 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 3 / Section 54-316
54-316 SEVERABILITY.
Status: in_force

54-316. severability. The provisions of this chapter are hereby declared to be severable and if any provision of this chapter or the application of such provision to any person or circumstance is declared invalid for any reason, such declaration shall not affect the validity of the remaining provisions of this chapter.

History:

[54-316, added 2018, ch. 129, sec. 2, p. 277.]
Idaho Code § 54-1727 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 17 / Section 54-1727
54-1727 CONFIDENTIALITY OF PRESCRIPTIONS AND PATIENT INFORMATION.
Status: in_force

54-1727. Confidentiality of prescriptions and patient information. (1) In addition to the requirements of the health insurance portability and accountability act of 1996, all prescriptions, drug orders, records or any other prescription information that specifically identifies an individual patient shall be held in the strictest confidence. No person in possession of such information shall release the information, unless requested as follows:

(a) By the board or its representatives acting in their official capacity;

(b) By the patient or the patient's designee regarding the patient's own records;

(c) By agents of the department of health and welfare when acting in their official capacity with reference to issues related to the practice of pharmacy (written requests by authorized agents of the department requesting such information are required);

(d) By agents of any board whose practitioners have prescriptive authority, when the board is enforcing laws governing that practitioner;

(e) By an agency of government charged with the responsibility for providing medical care for the patient (written requests by authorized agents of the agency requesting such information are required);

(f) Nothing in this section shall prohibit insurance companies and health plans from sharing patient-specific information with law enforcement authorities or any of the entities identified in paragraphs (a) through (e) of this subsection in cases of suspected fraud and substance abuse; or

(g) Nothing in this section shall prohibit disclosure of patient-specific information to law enforcement authorities pursuant to a search warrant, subpoena, or other court order.

(2) Any person who has knowledge by virtue of his office or occupation of any prescription drug order, record, or pharmacy-related information that specifically identifies an individual patient shall not divulge such information except as authorized in this section. Any person or entity to whom information is divulged pursuant to this section shall not divulge such information except in compliance with this section.

(3) Nothing in this section shall limit the authority of the board or its representatives from inspecting the records of licensees and registrants or the authority of any other board with licensees or registrants who have prescriptive authority from performing any other duty or authority of that board, nor shall this section limit a court of competent jurisdiction from ordering the release or disclosure of such records upon a showing of just cause after such review or hearing as the court deems necessary and proper. This section shall not limit the authority of any other board or agency to inspect records of persons it regulates, notwithstanding that the records may contain information protected by the provisions of this section.

(4) In addition to all other penalties as provided by law, any person or entity found by the board to be in violation of the provisions of this section shall be subject to an administrative penalty not to exceed three thousand dollars ($3,000) for each violation.

(5) No person shall be liable, nor shall a cause of action exist, for any loss or damage based on the proper good faith release of records pursuant to the provisions of this section.

History:

[54-1727, added 2000, ch. 189, sec. 1, p. 465; am. 2007, ch. 140, sec. 1, p. 405; am. 2021, ch. 54, sec. 16, p. 172.]
Idaho Code § 54-2905 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 29 / Section 54-2905
54-2905 EXEMPTIONS.
Status: in_force

54-2905. Exemptions. (1) Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to restrict:

(a) Any person licensed or regulated by the state of Idaho from engaging in the profession or practice for which he or she is licensed or regulated, including but not limited to any certified or accredited teacher of the deaf, nurse, physician, occupational therapist, physical therapist, surgeon, or any other licensed or regulated practitioner of the healing arts;

(b) Any employee working under the direct supervision of those persons referred to in this section, as long as such employee does not hold himself or herself out as an audiologist, speech-language pathologist, speech-language pathologist aide or assistant, sign language interpreter, hearing aid dealer or fitter, or a person engaged in the practice of audiology, speech-language pathology, sign language interpreting, or hearing aid dealing and fitting; or

(c) Any person working in an Idaho public school setting who has received and holds, in good standing, a pupil personnel services certificate with a speech-language pathologist endorsement or audiologist endorsement, or any person working as a speech-language pathologist aide or speech-language pathologist assistant, as those terms are defined in section 54-2903, Idaho Code, in a public school setting under the direction and supervision of a person with such endorsement in good standing. Such persons, while practicing in the public school setting, shall be exempt from all provisions of this chapter; provided however, that any such person working in an Idaho public school setting with a pupil personnel services certificate with a speech-language pathologist endorsement or audiology endorsement, or a speech-language pathologist aide or speech-language pathologist assistant, shall be prohibited from practicing independently in a setting other than a public school unless such person is duly licensed as set forth in this chapter.

(2) Licensure shall not be required for persons pursuing a course of study leading to a degree in audiology, speech-language pathology, sign language interpreting, or hearing aid dealing and fitting at a college or university with a curriculum acceptable to the board provided that:

(a) Activities and services otherwise regulated by this chapter constitute a part of a planned course of study at that institution;

(b) Such persons are designated by a title such as "intern," "trainee," "student," or by other such title clearly indicating the status appropriate to their level of education; and

(c) Such persons work under the supervision of a person licensed by this state to practice audiology, speech-language pathology, sign language interpreting, or hearing aid dealing and fitting in accordance with administrative rules governing supervision as adopted by the board. The supervising audiologist, speech-language pathologist, sign language interpreter, or hearing aid dealer and fitter accepts full responsibility for the activities and services provided by such persons supervised.

(3) Nothing in this chapter shall restrict a person residing in another state or country and authorized to practice audiology, speech-language pathology, sign language interpreting, or hearing aid dealing or fitting in that jurisdiction, who is called in consultation by a person licensed in this state to practice audiology, speech-language pathology, sign language interpreting, or hearing aid dealing and fitting, or who, for the purpose of furthering audiology, speech-language pathology, sign language interpreting, or hearing aid dealing and fitting education, is invited into this state to conduct a lecture, clinic or demonstration, while engaged in activities in connection with the consultation, lecture, clinic or demonstration, as long as such person does not open an office or appoint a place to meet clients or receive calls in this state.

(4) The provisions of this chapter regarding licensure of sign language interpreters shall not apply to the following:

(a) A person holding a current license is allowed to interpret in a preschool and/or K-12 setting pursuant to section 33-1304, Idaho Code;

(b) A person working in an Idaho public school setting who engages in the practice of sign language interpreting and meets the requirements of and is interpreting within the scope of the Idaho educational interpreter act, chapter 13, title 33, Idaho Code;

(c) A person who is deaf or hard of hearing and does not possess interpreter certification or credentials may, at the discretion of the board by rule, perform in the role of a deaf interpreter;

(d) A student enrolled in a sign language interpreter educational program provided by an accredited college or university performing sign language interpretation as an integral part of the student's course of study and as supervised by a licensed sign language interpreter;

(e) Individuals licensed and/or state or nationally certified as sign language interpreters in another state authorizing such individuals to practice sign language interpreting in Idaho for a period not to exceed thirty (30) days pursuant to such terms and requirements as set forth in the rules of the board;

(f) A person providing services to the activities and services of any religious denomination or sect;

(g) Interpreting in an inconsequential situation, which means the level of significance is such that a licensed interpreter would not be deemed necessary for effective communication during that interaction. Inconsequential situations may include but are not limited to: ordering food at a restaurant, checking into a hotel or purchasing an item from a retailer;

(h) A person providing services in a private, noncommercial, family event;

(i) Exigent emergency circumstances for temporary interpreting services until a qualified interpreter can be obtained; or

(j) A person employed by a person or an entity that is a licensed video remote interpreting provider in this state.

(5) Interpreters and video remote interpreting services performing interpretation for the judicial department will be selected and assigned and will provide interpreting services pursuant to rules and orders promulgated by the Idaho supreme court to ensure full access to the courts and court services for all deaf and hard of hearing persons as required by the due process provisions of the United States and Idaho constitutions and the provisions of the Americans with disabilities act (ADA).

History:

[54-2905, added 2005, ch. 277, sec. 2, p. 855; am. 2017, ch. 67, sec. 4, p. 160; am. 2018, ch. 72, sec. 1, p. 166; am. 2025, ch. 176, sec. 2, p. 829.]
Idaho Code § 54-3917 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 39 / Section 54-3917
54-3917 SEVERABILITY.
Status: in_force

54-3917. Severability. The provisions of this act are hereby declared to be severable and if any provision of this chapter or the application of such provision to any person or circumstance is declared invalid for any reason, such declaration shall not affect the validity of remaining portions of this chapter.

History:

[(54-3917) 54-3918, added 1989, ch. 179, sec. 1, p. 446; am. & redesig. 2003, ch. 261, sec. 17, p. 697.]
Idaho Code § 54-1225 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 12 / Section 54-1225
54-1225 APPEALS.
Status: in_force

54-1225. Appeals. Any person or organization who shall feel aggrieved by any action of the board in denying, suspending or revoking a license or certificate or certificate of authorization, as is appropriate, may appeal therefrom in accordance with the provisions of the administrative procedure act, chapter 52, title 67, Idaho Code.

History:

[54-1225, added 1939, ch. 231, sec. 25, p. 516; am. 1957, ch. 234, sec. 16, p. 547; am. 1978, ch. 170, sec. 19, p. 387; am. 2008, ch. 378, sec. 21, p. 1043.]
Idaho Code § 54-5817 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 58 / Section 54-5817
54-5817 APPRENTICESHIPS.
Status: in_force

54-5817. apprenticeships. No apprentice may practice independently. An apprentice may perform any and all acts necessary for professional training within the scope of this chapter when such acts are performed in compliance with board rule, including immediate personal supervision of the apprentice by a licensed instructor. Establishments employing apprentices shall keep a daily work record of the attendance of such apprentices and shall, upon the termination of such apprenticeship, certify to the board the total number of hours worked and the types of instruction given to the apprentice. All apprenticeships must be completed within three (3) years from the time of commencement, unless an extension is approved by the board for good cause. The specific time allowed for each apprenticeship shall be set by board rule.

History:

[54-5817, added 2018, ch. 228, sec. 3, p. 532; am. 2019, ch. 150, sec. 3, p. 504; am. 2020, ch. 182, sec. 14, p. 572.]
Idaho Code § 54-4006 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 40 / Section 54-4006
54-4006 BOARD OF MASSAGE THERAPY.
Status: in_force

54-4006. board of massage therapy. (1) There is hereby established in the division of occupational and professional licenses the board of massage therapy. The members thereof shall be appointed by the governor and serve at the pleasure of the governor.

(2) The board shall consist of five (5) members, four (4) of whom shall be licensed pursuant to this chapter and one (1) of whom shall be a member of the public with an interest in the rights of the consumers of massage therapy services. At no time shall more than one (1) board member be an owner of, an instructor of, or otherwise affiliated with a board-approved course of instruction or any other massage therapy school or course of instruction.

(3) Professional massage therapy associations and/or any resident of the state of Idaho may provide nominations to the governor.

(4) All members of the board shall be residents of the state of Idaho for the duration of their appointment and shall have been residents of the state of Idaho for a minimum of three (3) years immediately preceding appointment.

(5) The initial four (4) massage therapist members of the board shall be persons with at least three (3) years of experience in the practice of massage therapy who become licensed pursuant to this chapter.

(6) The initial board shall be appointed for staggered terms, the longest of which shall not exceed three (3) years. After the initial appointments, all terms shall be for three (3) years, and a member may be reappointed for a second term. No member shall serve more than two (2) terms. In the event of death, resignation or removal of any member before the expiration of the term to which appointed, the vacancy shall be filled for the unexpired portion of the term in the same manner as the original appointment.

(7) The board, within thirty (30) days after its initial appointment and at least annually thereafter, shall hold a meeting and elect a chairman. The board may hold additional meetings on the call of the chairman or at the written request of any three (3) members of the board. The board may appoint such committees as it considers necessary to carry out its duties. A majority of the members of the board shall constitute a quorum.

(8) Each member of the board shall be compensated as provided in section 59-509(p), Idaho Code.

History:

[54-4006, added 2012, ch. 261, sec. 1, p. 725; am. 2017, ch. 51, sec. 1, p. 80; am. 2021, ch. 222, sec. 32, p. 645.]
Idaho Code § 54-1844 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1844
54-1844 DEFINITIONS.
Status: in_force

54-1844. definitions. As used in this compact:

(1) "Bylaws" means those bylaws established by the interstate commission pursuant to section 54-1853, Idaho Code, for its governance, or for directing and controlling its actions and conduct.

(2) "Commissioner" means the voting representative appointed by each member board pursuant to section 54-1853, Idaho Code.

(3) "Conviction" means a finding by a court that an individual is guilty of a criminal offense through adjudication, or entry of a guilty or equivalent plea to the charge by the offender. Evidence of an entry of a conviction of a criminal offense by the court shall be considered final for purposes of disciplinary action by a member board.

(4) "Expedited license" means a full and unrestricted medical license granted by a member state to an eligible physician through the process set forth in the compact.

(5) "Interstate commission" means the interstate commission created pursuant to section 54-1853, Idaho Code.

(6) "License" means authorization by a state for a physician to engage in the practice of medicine, which would be unlawful without the authorization.

(7) "Medical practice act" means laws and rules governing the practice of allopathic and osteopathic medicine within a member state.

(8) "Member board" means a state agency in a member state that acts in the sovereign interests of the state by protecting the public through licensure, regulation and education of physicians as directed by the state government.

(9) "Member state" means a state that has enacted the compact.

(10) "Offense" means a crime that is deemed relevant in accordance with section 67-9411(1), Idaho Code.

(11) "Physician" means any person who:

(a) Is a graduate of a medical school accredited by the liaison committee on medical education, the commission on osteopathic college accreditation or a medical school listed in the world directory of medical schools or its equivalent;

(b) Passed each component of the United States medical licensing examination (USMLE) or the comprehensive osteopathic medical licensing examination (COMLEX-USA) within three (3) attempts, or any of its predecessor examinations accepted by a state medical board as an equivalent examination for licensure purposes;

(c) Successfully completed graduate medical education approved by the accreditation council for graduate medical education or the American osteopathic association;

(d) Holds specialty certification or a time-unlimited specialty certificate recognized by the American board of medical specialties or the American osteopathic association's bureau of osteopathic specialists;

(e) Possesses a full and unrestricted license to engage in the practice of medicine issued by a member board;

(f) Has never been convicted or received adjudication, deferred adjudication, community supervision or deferred disposition for any offense by a court of appropriate jurisdiction;

(g) Has never held a license authorizing the practice of medicine subjected to discipline by a licensing agency in any state, federal or foreign jurisdiction, excluding any action related to nonpayment of fees related to a license;

(h) Has never had a controlled substance license or permit suspended or revoked by a state or the United States drug enforcement administration; and

(i) Is not under active investigation by a licensing agency or law enforcement authority in any state, federal or foreign jurisdiction.

(12) "Practice of medicine" means the clinical prevention, diagnosis or treatment of human disease, injury or condition requiring a physician to obtain and maintain a license in compliance with the medical practice act of a member state.

(13) "Rule" means a written statement by the interstate commission promulgated pursuant to section 54-1853, Idaho Code, that is of general applicability, implements, interprets, or prescribes a policy or provision of the compact or an organizational, procedural or practice requirement of the interstate commission, and has the force and effect of statutory law in a member state, and includes the amendment, repeal, or suspension of an existing rule.

(14) "State" means any state, commonwealth, district or territory of the United States.

(15) "State of principal license" means a member state where a physician holds a license to practice medicine and which has been designated as such by the physician for purposes of registration and participation in the compact.

History:

[54-1844, added 2015, ch. 105, sec. 1, p. 248; am. 2020, ch. 175, sec. 23, p. 526.]
Idaho Code § 54-4503 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 45 / Section 54-4503
54-4503 DEFINITIONS.
Status: in_force

54-4503. Definitions. As used in this chapter:

(1) "Administrator" means the administrator of the Idaho division of occupational and professional licenses.

(2) "Applicant" means an individual who applies for a license or interim license pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.

(3) "Board" means the public works contractors license board established in section 54-1905, Idaho Code.

(4) "Certificate of authority" means a certificate issued by the division of occupational and professional licenses authorizing a firm to provide or hold itself out as providing construction manager services. A certificate of authority shall serve as verification by the division that one (1) or more principals or employees of the firm are licensed construction managers in good standing and that the firm meets such other reasonable criteria established by the board. The licensed construction manager associated with a firm shall accept the responsibility and duty to directly supervise the provision of construction management services by the firm.

(5) "Construction manager" means an individual who performs construction management services.

(6) "Construction management services" means representation of an owner in public works construction by a person with substantial discretion and authority to plan including scheduling, estimating and approval, coordinate, manage or direct phases of a project for the construction, demolition, alteration, repair or reconstruction of any public work. This definition shall not include services for which the laws of this state require a person to be licensed as an architect or registered as a professional engineer, nor shall it include services traditionally and customarily provided by licensed architects or registered professional engineers. This definition shall not apply to highway, road or other transportation projects.

(7) "Firm" means any business organization, including individuals, partnerships, corporations, associations or any combination thereof acting as a unit.

(8) "Hold itself out" or "holding oneself or one's firm out" or "offer" means the representation by a person that the person possesses a valid construction manager license issued pursuant to the provisions of this chapter authorizing that person to provide construction management services. "Hold itself out" or "holding oneself or one's firm out" or "offer" shall include, but not be limited to, the following acts:

(a) Advertising to provide construction management services on public works construction projects;

(b) Submitting responses to requests for qualifications for construction management services on public works construction projects; and

(c) Submitting proposals, quotes or bids to perform construction management services on public works construction projects.

(9) "Licensure" means the issuance of a license to an applicant under the provisions of this chapter authorizing such individual to offer and perform construction management services.

(10) "Person" includes an individual, partnership, corporation, association or other organization.

History:

[54-4503, added 1998, ch. 410, sec. 1, p. 1267; am. 2005, ch. 213, sec. 33, p. 666; am. 2014, ch. 132, sec. 1, p. 367; am. 2017, ch. 122, sec. 1, p. 287; am. 2023, ch. 15, sec. 63, p. 109.]
Idaho Code § 54-3209 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 32 / Section 54-3209
54-3209 FEES — LICENSING — DURATION OF LICENSES.
Status: in_force

54-3209. Fees — Licensing — Duration of licenses. Each person submitting an application for licensure to practice social work shall pay an application fee, as determined by the rules of the board, which shall not exceed three hundred dollars ($300) and which shall include the original license fee. Each person licensed to practice social work shall pay a license renewal fee, not to exceed three hundred dollars ($300) as determined by the rules of the board. All licenses issued under the provisions of this chapter shall be subject to biennial renewal and shall expire unless renewed in the manner prescribed by the board regarding applications for renewal, continuing education, and fees. Renewal shall be in accordance with the requirements of section 67-2614, Idaho Code.

History:

[54-3209, added 1976, ch. 213, sec. 1, p. 780; am. 1979, ch. 102, sec. 1, p. 246; am. 2001, ch. 78, sec. 1, p. 198; am. 2002, ch. 85, sec. 6, p. 193; am. 2003, ch. 21, sec. 15, p. 88; am. 2004, ch. 116, sec. 1, p. 390; am. 2009, ch. 149, sec. 1, p. 439; am. 2024, ch. 86, sec. 30, p. 410; am. 2025, ch. 104, sec. 11, p. 557.]
Idaho Code § 54-2916 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 29 / Section 54-2916
54-2916 QUALIFICATIONS FOR LICENSURE — HEARING AID DEALER AND FITTER.
Status: in_force

54-2916. Qualifications for licensure — Hearing aid dealer and fitter. To be eligible for licensure as a hearing aid dealer and fitter, the applicant shall:

(1) Provide verification acceptable to the board of:

(a) Being at least twenty-one (21) years of age;

(b) Never having had a license revoked or otherwise sanctioned as part of disciplinary action from this or any other state;

(c) Never having been convicted, found guilty, or received a withheld judgment or suspended sentence in this state or in any other state of a crime that is deemed relevant in accordance with section 67-9411(1), Idaho Code; and

(d) Never having been found by the board to have engaged in conduct prohibited by this chapter, provided however, the board may take into consideration the rehabilitation of the applicant and other mitigating circumstances when considering applications for licensure;

(2) Provide educational documentation satisfactory to the board that the applicant has successfully graduated from a four (4) year course at an accredited high school or the equivalent, including graduation from a nonpublic school; and

(3) Provide documentation that the applicant has successfully passed an examination approved by the board.

History:

[54-2916, added 2005, ch. 277, sec. 2, p. 862; am. 2022, ch. 246, sec. 23, p. 804; am. 2026, ch. 135, sec. 8, p. 639.]
Idaho Code § 54-304 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 3 / Section 54-304
54-304 ARCHITECT'S SEAL.
Status: in_force

54-304. architect's seal. (1) Every licensed architect shall have a seal, the impression of which must contain the name and Idaho architect license number of the architect and the words "licensed architect" and "state of Idaho," with which he shall seal all technical submissions issued from his office.

(2) The seal, signature and date may be manually or electronically applied. Whenever the seal is applied to a technical submission, the signature of the architect and the date thereof shall be written adjacent to or across the seal. The signature, date and seal shall appear on all technical submissions prepared by the architect or that meet the requirements set forth in subsection (4) of this section. Only the title page of reports, specifications and like documents must bear the date and the seal and signature of the architect. It is the responsibility of the architect sealing the document to provide adequate security when documents with electronic seals are distributed. Electronically produced documents distributed for informational uses, such as for bidding purposes or as working copies, may be issued with only the architect's seal if:

(a) The copy includes a notice that the original document is on file with the date and architect's signature;

(b) The words "original signed by" and "date original signed" are placed adjacent to or across the seal on the electronic document; and

(c) The storage location of the original document is identified.

The design and use of the seal shall be as required by board rule.

(3) Technical submissions involving the practice of architecture that are submitted to any public or governmental agency for the purpose of obtaining a building permit that are not clearly identified by the affixed seal of the architect and the signature of the architect and date thereof shall be deemed unacceptable submissions for the purpose of obtaining a building permit.

(4) An architect may sign and seal technical submissions only if the technical submissions were:

(a) Prepared by the architect;

(b) Prepared by persons under the architect's responsible control;

(c) Prepared by another architect licensed in Idaho if the signing and sealing architect has reviewed the other architect's work and either has coordinated the preparation of the work or has integrated the work into his own technical submissions; or

(d) Prepared by another architect licensed in any state and holding the certification issued by the national council of architectural registration boards if:

(i) The signing and sealing architect has reviewed the other architect's work and has integrated the work into his own technical submissions; and

(ii) The other architect's technical submissions are prototypical building documents.

(5) An architect may sign and seal drawings, specifications or other work that is not required to be prepared by an architect if the architect has reviewed the work and has integrated it into his own technical submissions.

(6) Any licensed architect signing or sealing technical submissions not prepared by that architect but prepared under the architect's responsible control by persons not regularly employed in the office where the architect is resident shall maintain and make available to the board upon request, for at least five (5) years following the signing and sealing, adequate and complete records demonstrating the nature and extent of the architect's control over and detailed knowledge of the technical submissions throughout their preparation. Any licensed architect signing or sealing technical submissions integrating the work of another architect into the registered architect's own work, as permitted under subsection (4)(c) or (d) of this section, shall maintain adequate and complete records demonstrating the nature and extent of the registered architect's review of and integration of the work of the other architect into his own technical submissions and that such review and integration met the required professional standard of care. Such records shall be maintained and made available to the board, upon request, for at least five (5) years following the signing and sealing of the technical submissions.

History:

[54-304, added 2018, ch. 129, sec. 2, p. 271.]
Idaho Code § 54-1010 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 10 / Section 54-1010
54-1010 INSTALLATIONS BY ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR PERFORMED BY LICENSED RESIDENTIAL OR JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN — PRIOR CERTIFICATE HOLDERS ENTITLED TO LICENSE — LIST OF ELECTRICIANS IN CONTRACTOR'S EMPLOY.
Status: in_force

54-1010. Installations by electrical contractor performed by licensed residential or journeyman electrician — Prior certificate holders entitled to license — List of electricians in contractor's employ. (1) Any electrical contractor who works as a residential or journeyman electrician, as herein defined, shall be required to have a residential electrician's license or journeyman electrician's license or master electrician's license issued under the provisions of this act. All installations of electrical wiring, equipment or apparatus made by an electrical contractor shall be done by or under the direct supervision of a licensed residential electrician, licensed journeyman electrician, or licensed master electrician.

(2) The individual owner of an electrical contracting business shall employ a full-time journeyman electrician with over two thousand (2,000) hours of documented experience as a licensed journeyman electrician or a master electrician; however, an individual owner of an electrical contracting business may act as his own journeyman electrician or master electrician provided that he has complied with the provisions of this section and section 54-1002, Idaho Code, pertaining to journeyman electricians. Each electrical contractor in this state shall, upon request of the administrator or his authorized agent, furnish a list of journeyman electricians in said electrical contractor's employ.

(3) Any individual working as an apprentice electrician, as defined in this act, must be registered with the division of occupational and professional licenses as an apprentice electrician, as provided in section 54-1007, Idaho Code, and it shall be unlawful for an individual to work as an apprentice electrician without possessing a current apprentice registration certificate. The supervision ratio in a residential setting shall be one (1) residential electrician, journeyman electrician, or master electrician to no more than six (6) apprentice electricians. The supervision ratio in any setting other than a residential setting shall be one (1) journeyman electrician or master electrician to no more than two (2) apprentice electricians. No supervision ratio applies to an apprentice electrician who has completed six thousand (6,000) or more hours of work experience as an Idaho-registered apprentice or in accordance with the requirements of the jurisdiction where the applicant obtained such experience and who is currently enrolled in or has completed a board-approved career technical education program.

(4) Any individual working as a limited electrical installer trainee, as defined in this chapter, must be registered with the division of occupational and professional licenses as a limited electrical installer trainee. It shall be unlawful for an individual to work as a limited electrical installer trainee without possessing a current registration certificate. No supervision ratio applies to limited electrical installer trainees.

(5) The provisions of this section preempt, eliminate, and prohibit any cities, counties, incorporated or unincorporated areas, special use districts, or any other local governmental entities of any kind from adopting requirements through any code, ordinance, process, policy, or guidance that differ from or are more extensive than the requirements of this section. The preemption provided for in this subsection shall apply to any local code, ordinance, process, policy, or guidance in effect prior to, on, or after July 1, 2023.

History:

[54-1010, added 1961, ch. 311, sec. 13, p. 583; am. 1974, ch. 39, sec. 86, p. 1023; am. 1986, ch. 309, sec. 2, p. 761; am. 1996, ch. 421, sec. 46, p. 1434; am. 1999, ch. 367, sec. 7, p. 973; am. 2018, ch. 208, sec. 10, p. 465; am. 2018, ch. 209, sec. 10, p. 474; am. 2023, ch. 15, sec. 41, p. 98; am. 2023, ch. 244, sec. 11, p. 752; am. 2024, ch. 180, sec. 1, p. 667.]