An overview of Idaho law, statistics, legislation, and news stories related to Safe Haven Baby Boxes in the state.
Law
- No specific law authorizing installation of baby boxes
Legislation
2024
- SB1272 Amends Idaho’s safe haven law to authorize the use of “newborn safety devices” at hospitals, fire stations, law enforcement agencies, and medical service providers that are open 24/7. Facilities required to cover all costs.Passed Effective Date July 1, 2024
News and Commentary
2024
- Bill to save Idaho babies’ lives by adding newborn safety boxes awaiting governor’s signature, Idaho State Journal, May 14, 2024
- Gov Litte signs Safe Haven Act amendment allowing baby boxes in Idaho, Idaho State Journal, March 21, 2024
- In Their Own Words Sen Julie VanOrden, Idaho Falls Register, April 20, 2024
- Idaho gets first Safe Haven Baby Box location, KIFI-TV, July 9, 2024
- “We’re making history in Idaho.” First Safe Haven Baby Box comes to Blackfoot, East Idaho News, July 10, 2024
- Safe Haven Baby Boxes founder Monica Kelsey speaks at Idaho’s first baby box in Blackfoot, Idaho State Journal, July 11,2024
Updated: July 12, 2024