Docket No. 13-0107-2401: Rules Governing Taking of Wildlife

Rulemaking Status

This rule is pending review and approval by the 2025 Idaho Legislature.

Description

This rulemaking addresses two items. First, this rulemaking modifies four game management zones to align with changes in elk zones presented in the Department’s Idaho Elk Management Plan 2024-2030. Zone changes comprise the following: Owyhee (remove GMU 38), Boise River (add GMU 38), Big Desert (add GMUs 53 and 68A), and Snake River (remove GMUs 53 and 68A).

Second, this rulemaking adds language to clarify that Department and Commission regulatory actions do not authorize any person to violate federal laws relative to federally protected wildlife when there is not a valid federal take authorization under federal law, regulation, or permit.