Bill
LC 3275
Overview: LC 3275, "Clarify opt in laws to MCRP program", was a draft bill that died in the legislative process. It was introduced on December 14, 2024.Purpose and Intent: The main
Overview: LC 3275, "Clarify opt in laws to MCRP program", was a draft bill that died in the legislative process. It was introduced on December 14, 2024.
Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill was to provide clarification and updates to the laws governing the state's MCRP (Montana Correctional Reentry Program), which allows eligible inmates to participate in work release and other reintegration activities prior to release.
Key Provisions:
- Defined specific criteria for inmate eligibility and program participation
- Established new reporting requirements for the Department of Corrections
- Authorized the creation of a dedicated MCRP fund for program costs
- Revised procedures for victims to opt out of an inmate's participation
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would have primarily impacted the state Department of Corrections, which administers the MCRP program, as well as current and future inmates eligible for the program. Victims of crimes committed by participating inmates could also have been affected by the revised opt-out procedures.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: As a draft bill, LC 3275 did not advance beyond the initial legislative process and ultimately died without further consideration.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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