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LC 3848

Generally revise the uniform transboundary pollution reciprocal access act

2025 Regular Session

Montana bill proposing revisions to transboundary pollution reciprocal access laws; died in draft process before substantive consideration.

(LC) Draft Died in Process
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Bill Summary · LC 3848

Legislative bill overview

Bill LC 3848 proposes general revisions to Montana's uniform transboundary pollution reciprocal access act, which governs how the state handles pollution that crosses state or international borders. The specific revisions are not detailed in the available information, as the bill remained in draft form and did not advance through the legislative process.

Why is this important

Transboundary pollution affects air and water quality across state lines, impacting public health and environmental conditions in multiple jurisdictions. Clear legal frameworks for reciprocal access and remedies are essential for addressing pollution sources that originate outside Montana but harm its residents and ecosystems.

Potential points of contention

  • Interstate vs. federal authority: Balancing state-level pollution remedies with federal environmental regulations and interstate commerce protections
  • Economic burden on businesses: Revisions that expand liability or access rights could affect industries near borders, potentially increasing compliance costs
  • Reciprocal enforcement mechanisms: Determining how Montana can effectively pursue remedies against out-of-state polluters and whether neighboring states will cooperate similarly

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

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