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SB 284

Revise district court laws

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Greg Hertz

SB 284 attempted to revise Montana district court laws but died in committee without advancing, reflecting legislative concerns about its substance or implementation feasibility.

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Bill Summary · SB 284

Legislative bill overview

SB 284 sought to revise Montana's district court laws, though the specific substantive changes are not detailed in the provided action history. The bill was introduced by Senator Greg Hertz but failed to advance through the legislative process, dying in committee before reaching a floor vote.

Why this is important

District court reforms can affect civil and criminal case processing, jurisdiction, procedures, and judicial efficiency across Montana's counties. Changes to district court operations impact access to justice, case backlogs, and the administration of justice at the local level where most legal disputes are resolved.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency on substance: The action history reveals procedural steps but not the bill's actual content, making it unclear what specific court reforms were proposed or why they faced opposition
  • Committee rejection: The bill was tabled in the Senate Judiciary Committee, suggesting legislative skepticism about its merits or implementation feasibility
  • Fiscal impact uncertainty: A fiscal note was required, indicating potential costs or resource implications that may have concerned lawmakers or budgeting committees

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

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