Idaho § 54-5501 - LEGISLATIVE PURPOSE AND INTENT
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 54-5501 — LEGISLATIVE PURPOSE AND INTENT, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 54-5501. LEGISLATIVE PURPOSE AND INTENT
The legislature finds and declares that the practice of midwifery has been a part of the culture and tradition of Idaho since before pioneer days and that for personal, religious, and economic reasons some Idaho citizens choose midwifery care. The purpose of this chapter is to preserve the rights of families to deliver their children in a setting of their choice, to provide additional maternity care options for Idaho’s families, to protect the public health, safety, and welfare, and to provide a mechanism to assure quality care.
[54-5501, added 2024, ch. 59, sec. 2, p. 279.]
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 54-5501
What does Idaho Statutes § 54-5501 cover?
Section 54-5501 ("LEGISLATIVE PURPOSE AND INTENT") is part of the Idaho Statutes, the codified statutory law of Idaho. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Idaho § 54-5501?
A common citation format is "Idaho Statutes § 54-5501" (Idaho). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Idaho law?
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