Idaho Senate passes HB 545, removing local rent protections in Boise and sending to the governor.

Idaho Senate passes bill (HB 545) that aims to remove local rent protections, such as Section 8 and rental application fee ordinances, in Boise. The bill prohibits local governments from enforcing rent control ordinances and is now sent to the governor for consideration. Eviction rates have nearly doubled from 2022 to 2023 in the Treasure Valley area, according to Jesse Tree's 2023 annual report.

March 26, 2024
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