Idaho has passed House Bill 939, banning high-tech gear like drones and thermal scopes for big game hunting on public land to preserve fair chase. While this marks a significant shift in hunting regulations, exceptions exist for predator management, raising enforcement concerns. Neighboring Montana is closely observing Idaho's approach as it faces similar challenges.

Idaho has officially designated hunting as its state sport, driven by nine-year-old Betty Grandy. Voters will also select an official state gun from a proposed list in November.