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HB 426

Clarifying laws related to real estate appraisers

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Valerie Moore

Montana HB 426 clarifies real estate appraiser licensing and professional standards to strengthen regulatory consistency and consumer protections in property valuations.

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Bill Summary · HB 426

Legislative bill overview

HB 426 clarifies and updates Montana's statutory framework governing real estate appraisers, their licensing requirements, and professional standards. The bill has completed the legislative process and was signed into law by the Governor on April 7, 2025.

Why is this important

Real estate appraisals are critical to mortgage lending, property transactions, and financial stability. Clarifying appraiser regulations ensures consistent professional standards, protects consumers from inaccurate valuations, and maintains compliance with federal lending requirements that depend on qualified appraisers.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of clarifications: Without full bill text details, it's unclear whether changes burden appraisers with new requirements or streamline existing ones, affecting industry compliance costs
  • Licensing standards: Any modifications to licensing thresholds or continuing education requirements may create friction between professional appraisers and newer market entrants
  • Federal alignment: Changes must harmonize with federal appraisal standards and regulations to avoid conflicts with national lending frameworks

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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