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LC 1642

Revise laws on state appointments and vacancies of executive boards and commissions

2025 Regular Session

Bill revises Montana procedures for state board/commission appointments and vacancy management to clarify administrative processes and fill positions more efficiently.

(LC) Draft Delivered to Requester
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Bill Summary · LC 1642

Legislative bill overview

LC 1642 revises Montana's statutory procedures governing how state appointments are made to executive boards and commissions, and establishes new rules for handling vacancies on these bodies. The bill modifies the existing framework for filling positions and managing the administrative aspects of state board and commission operations.

Why is this important

State boards and commissions make decisions affecting licensing, regulation, policy implementation, and public services across Montana. How vacancies are filled and appointments are made directly impacts whether these bodies can function effectively and whether they remain representative of the state's interests. Changes to these procedures affect transparency, timeliness of operations, and stakeholder confidence in state governance.

Potential points of contention

  • Appointment authority and timeline – Clarifying who appoints members and within what timeframe could shift power between the governor, legislature, and existing board members, potentially causing friction between branches
  • Vacancy management – New rules on filling vacancies may benefit or disadvantage certain stakeholder groups depending on whether interim procedures favor interim appointees, existing members, or the formal appointment process
  • Board composition and representation – Changes could inadvertently affect diversity, expertise requirements, or geographic balance on boards if appointment procedures are altered without explicit safeguards

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

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