Idaho · 68th Legislature, 2nd Regular Session (2026) · Bill
H 489: CRIMES AND PUNISHMENT – Adds to existing law to prohibit the use of a mask or disguise during a criminal offense and to provide for a sentencing enhancement.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 489 is a bill introduced in the Idaho House on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: CRIMES AND PUNISHMENT – Adds to existing law to prohibit the use of a mask or disguise during a criminal offense and to provide for a sentencing enhancement. Primary sponsor: JUDICIARY, RULES AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE. Most recent recorded action (January 27, 2026): U.C. to be returned to Judiciary, Rules & Administration Committee.
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Sponsors
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JUDICIARY, RULES AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- U.C. to be returned to Judiciary, Rules & Administration Committee
- U.C. to hold place on third reading calendar one legislative day
- Read second time; Filed for Third Reading
- Reported out of Committee with Do Pass Recommendation, Filed for Second Reading
- Reported Printed and Referred to Judiciary, Rules & Administration
- Introduced, read first time, referred to JRA for Printing