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LC 3463

Limit study entities that may request legislation

2025 Regular Session

Montana bill would restrict which organizations can request the legislature draft bills, potentially limiting access to the legislative process for certain groups and interests.

(LC) Draft Delivered to Requester
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Bill Summary · LC 3463

Legislative bill overview

LC 3463 would restrict which organizations and entities are permitted to request that the Montana Legislature draft bills on their behalf. Currently, the bill is in draft form and has not yet been formally introduced as legislation. The measure appears designed to narrow the range of groups eligible to request legislative drafting services.

Why is this important

The ability to request legislative drafting affects how policy ideas reach the lawmaking process. Restricting which entities can submit requests could influence whose interests and policy proposals gain formal consideration, potentially affecting advocacy organizations, local governments, tribes, and other stakeholders. This impacts transparency and access to the legislative process.

Potential points of contention

  • Equity concerns: Restrictions could disadvantage smaller organizations, rural communities, or under-resourced groups less able to work through alternative channels to develop legislation
  • Definitional clarity: The specific criteria for which entities qualify versus don't qualify will determine practical impact and potential for arbitrary application
  • Democratic participation: Questions about whether limiting study entity access serves governmental efficiency or restricts citizen participation in the legislative process

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

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