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SB 167

Provide funding for noxious weed trust

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Greg Hertz

Failed bill would have established Montana noxious weed trust funding, vetoed by Governor with unsuccessful override attempt indicating legislative disagreement over approach or costs.

(S) Veto Override Failed in Legislature
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Bill Summary · SB 167

Legislative bill overview

SB 167 would establish or fund a noxious weed trust in Montana to address the management and control of invasive plant species on public and private lands. The bill passed the House but was vetoed by the Governor, and a subsequent veto override attempt failed in the Legislature in June 2025.

Why is this important

Noxious weeds cause significant economic damage to agriculture, ranching, and natural ecosystems by reducing land productivity, increasing management costs, and degrading wildlife habitat. Dedicated funding mechanisms for weed control address a persistent environmental and economic problem affecting rural Montana communities and public land management agencies.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanism and cost: Questions about how the trust would be funded (new taxes, reallocation of existing funds, or fee-based mechanisms) and whether the expense is justified or affordable during fiscal constraints
  • Governor's veto rationale: The Governor's veto suggests concerns about the bill's approach, cost, or implementation that were not overridden by the Legislature, indicating significant disagreement among policymakers
  • Effectiveness and accountability: Concerns about whether a trust structure would effectively deploy resources compared to existing agency programs, and what performance metrics would ensure taxpayer money is well-spent

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

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