Resolution Process (aka Roadshow)

Unlike many state bars, the Idaho State Bar cannot take positions on legislative matters, rules of court, or substantive rules governing the Bar itself at its Annual Meeting or by act of its Bar Commissioners without first submitting such matters to the membership through the Resolution Process.

The Resolution Process is set forth in Idaho Bar Commission Rule 906. Resolutions may be submitted by a District Bar Association, the Board of Commissioners, a Bar committee, or an individual member of the Bar. Resolutions submitted by a District Bar Association, the Board of Commissioners, or the Idaho Supreme Court are automatically included in the resolution process.

Idaho Bar Commission Rule 906 governs the Resolution Process. Resolutions for the 2026 Resolution Process must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. MDT on September 25, 2026.  If you have questions about the process or are interested in submitting a resolution, contact Maureen Ryan Braley at mryanbraley@isb.idaho.gov or (208) 334-4500.

Each judge and active member of the Idaho State Bar in attendance at a resolution meeting will receive a resolution ballot. Members not in attendance will receive an electronic ballot via email after the meeting. Ballots may be completed and submitted at the resolution meetings or completed electronically. Issues shall be determined by the total ayes and nays cast statewide.

You can review the 2025 Resolution Results below. The proposed changes to the rules, as approved by the membership, will be submitted to the Idaho Supreme Court for its consideration.

2026 Meeting Dates

RSVP forms will be available soon!