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HB 383

Generally revise campaign finance laws to increase transparency

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Lukas Schubert

Montana HB 383 aimed to increase campaign finance transparency through revised disclosure laws but failed to advance past committee in 2025.

(H) Died in Process
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Bill Summary · HB 383

Legislative bill overview

HB 383 sought to revise Montana's campaign finance laws with the stated goal of increasing transparency in political contributions and spending. The bill ultimately did not advance through the legislative process, dying in committee during the 2025 session.

Why is this important

Campaign finance transparency affects how voters understand the funding sources behind political messaging and candidates. Changes to disclosure requirements can shift the balance between donor privacy and public information access, influencing both political participation and campaign strategy.

Potential points of contention

  • Disclosure scope: Disagreement likely exists over which contributions require public disclosure versus those remaining private, and at what dollar thresholds
  • Compliance burden: Business and advocacy groups may resist expansive reporting requirements as administratively costly and burdensome
  • Donor privacy vs. public interest: Tension between protecting donor privacy (particularly for controversial causes) and voters' right to know funding sources behind campaign messages

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

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