Idaho State Legislature

ICL was founded in 1973 to be the voice for conservation in the Idaho Statehouse. We cover a range of environmental issues—like clean air, clean water and wildlife—that matter to you and families across the state.

ICL has the only full-time conservation lobbyist providing information to elected officials and helping to draft legislation. Courtney Washburn, our lobbyist, works hard to make sure the issues that you care about are represented. During the session, Courtney sends out weekly updates, called Your Voice for Conservation, summing up the conservation developments at the statehouse. You can also check in on the bills we are following by using our legislative bill tracker.

Our Priorities for the 2012 Legislative Session

• Ensure Regulations for Natural Gas Exploration. Natural gas has been discovered in Idaho, and drilling for this gas is believed to be commercially viable through a technique known as “fracking.” We are working hard to ensure that the state puts regulations in place that protect your drinking water.

• Prioritize Energy Efficiency. The least costly, least damaging energy source is the energy we already have. That means using existing resources more efficiently. We will continue working to create incentives for efficiency and evaluating new energy proposals.

• Safeguard Idaho’s Wildlife. Idaho is home to more than 1,000 species of wildlife—from grizzly bears to golden eagles. We work hard to protect or restore our wildlife so that your children and grandchildren can enjoy Idaho's wildlife heritage. With your help, we will continue to ensure that off-road vehicle laws are enforced.