The Department is initiating proposed rulemaking. Written comments were accepted from October 1, 2025, to October 22, 2025.
The notice of rulemaking – proposed rule was published in the October 1, 2025, Idaho Administrative Bulletin.
The intent to promulgate was published in the May 1, 2024, Idaho Administrative Bulletin.
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission voted to adopt the proposed rule language.
This rulemaking concerns the comprehensive review of current IDAPA 13.01.17, “Rules Governing the Use of Bait for Hunting Big Game Animals,” in compliance with Executive Order 2020-01. Upon review, the Department determined the content of this chapter is best suited in IDAPA 13.01.08, Rules Governing Taking of Big Game Animals. As such, the Department is proposing to repeal IDAPA 13.01.17 and add the reviewed and edited content to IDAPA 13.01.08. Rulemaking meetings evaluated the content of 13.01.17, independent of chapter 13.01.08. The result of the rulemaking meetings and public comment is reflected in new language added to chapter 13.01.08.
The public comment period was open from October 1, 2025, to October 22, 2025.
Amber Worthington, Deputy Director
Idaho Department of Fish and Game
600 S. Walnut St.
P.O. Box 25
Boise, ID 83707
