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LC 3348

Generally revise agency rulemaking under MAPA

2025 Regular Session

Montana bill revises state administrative rulemaking procedures, potentially altering agency authority, public participation requirements, and regulatory oversight mechanisms.

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Bill Summary · LC 3348

Legislative bill overview

LC 3348 proposes general revisions to Montana's Montana Administrative Procedure Act (MAPA) governing how state agencies develop and implement rules. The bill is currently in early draft stages and specific provisions have not yet been publicly detailed. This is a foundational legislative measure affecting the procedural framework agencies use for rulemaking across state government.

Why is this important

Administrative rulemaking affects how Montana citizens and businesses interact with state agencies on everything from environmental permits to professional licensing. Changes to MAPA could alter transparency requirements, public comment periods, agency authority, or judicial review standards—directly impacting regulatory timelines and stakeholder access. Given the bill's broad scope, outcomes will influence regulatory burden across multiple sectors.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of agency authority – Whether revisions expand or restrict agencies' discretion in interpreting and implementing laws, affecting regulatory reach
  • Public participation requirements – Potential changes to notice, comment periods, or public hearing procedures that balance transparency against administrative efficiency
  • Judicial review standards – How courts review agency decisions; stricter standards could limit challenges while looser standards could increase litigation

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

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