Bill
LC 2178
Overview: LC 2178, "Generally revise Montana department of transportation's utility relocation process", is a bill with the status of "Draft Delivered to Requester" that was introd
Overview: LC 2178, "Generally revise Montana department of transportation's utility relocation process", is a bill with the status of "Draft Delivered to Requester" that was introduced on November 29, 2024.
Purpose and Intent: The bill seeks to revise the process by which the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) handles the relocation of utility infrastructure during transportation projects.
Key Provisions:
- Establishes new requirements and timelines for utility companies to respond to MDT's requests for utility relocation
- Allows MDT to recover costs from utility companies for delays or failure to comply with relocation requests
- Requires MDT to develop a comprehensive utility relocation plan for each transportation project
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Utility companies operating in Montana, who will be subject to the new requirements and timelines for utility relocation
- The Montana Department of Transportation, which will have enhanced tools to manage the utility relocation process
- Taxpayers, who may benefit from reduced costs and delays associated with transportation projects
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill is currently in the "Draft Delivered to Requester" stage, indicating that it has been prepared and provided to the requesting party, but has not yet been formally introduced in the legislature.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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