Bill
LC 2777
Overview: Bill Number: LC 2777, Title: Interim study on judicial reforms, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: December 11, 2024Purpose and Intent: This bill would have
Overview: Bill Number: LC 2777, Title: Interim study on judicial reforms, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: December 11, 2024
Purpose and Intent: This bill would have directed the Legislative Council to conduct an interim study on potential reforms to Montana's judicial system. The study was intended to examine issues such as judicial selection, judicial conduct and discipline, and the structure and administration of the courts.
Key Provisions:
- Require the Legislative Council to appoint a subcommittee to conduct the interim study
- Specify that the study should consider the following topics:
- Methods of selecting judges, including the current system of judicial elections
- Processes for judicial conduct review and discipline
- The organization and administration of Montana's court system
- Potential reforms to improve the efficiency, fairness, and accessibility of the courts
Affected Parties and Impacts: The proposed interim study would have involved input from a range of stakeholders, including the judiciary, legal professionals, and the general public. The findings and recommendations from the study could have led to legislative proposals to reform various aspects of Montana's judicial system.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: This bill was introduced in the 2024 legislative session but did not advance beyond the draft stage and died in the legislative process.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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