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HB 773

Revise laws related to metropolitan planning orgs and transportation planning

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Bob Carter

HB 773 sought to revise Montana's metropolitan planning organization laws governing regional transportation coordination and funding, but died in committee without passage.

(H) Died in Process
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Bill Summary · HB 773

Legislative bill overview

HB 773 would revise Montana's laws governing metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs) and their transportation planning processes. The bill addresses how these regional bodies coordinate land use, infrastructure, and transportation decisions in urban areas. Specific amendments are not detailed in the action history provided.

Why is this important

MPOs are federally-required entities that allocate billions in transportation funding and shape development patterns in Montana's urban regions. Changes to their structure or planning requirements could affect how communities invest in roads, transit, and infrastructure for decades. This impacts local governments, businesses, and residents through development patterns and tax allocation.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of authority: Questions about whether MPOs should have expanded or reduced influence over local land-use and transportation decisions
  • Regional vs. local control: Tension between metropolitan coordination needs and individual city/county autonomy
  • Planning timelines and processes: Whether revisions streamline planning or reduce public input and stakeholder engagement

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

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