Bill
LC 3211
Overview: Bill Number: LC 3211, Title: Generally revise the department of labor and industry, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: December 17, 2024Purpose and Intent: T
Overview: Bill Number: LC 3211, Title: Generally revise the department of labor and industry, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: December 17, 2024
Purpose and Intent: The primary goal of this bill is to restructure and modernize the operations of the Montana Department of Labor and Industry to improve service delivery, regulatory oversight, and workforce development initiatives.
Key Provisions:
- Reorganize the department into distinct divisions focused on worker protections, occupational licensing, and workforce training
- Establish a new Office of Apprenticeship and Work-Based Learning to expand access to skilled trades programs
- Mandate the creation of a statewide workforce development strategy, including targeted industry sector partnerships
- Enhance the department's enforcement capabilities for wage and hour laws, workplace safety standards, and professional licensing requirements
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Workers would benefit from strengthened labor protections and increased access to skills training and apprenticeship opportunities
- Employers would face more robust regulatory oversight but could also leverage new workforce development programs
- The Department of Labor and Industry would undergo significant organizational changes to implement the new policies and programs
- Taxpayers could see improved efficiency and accountability in the department's operations
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
This bill was introduced in the Montana Legislature but did not advance past the initial drafting stage, known as the "LC" or "Legislative Council" phase. It died in the legislative process without being formally introduced as a numbered bill.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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