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HB 142

Revise laws relating to interim committees

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Lukas Schubert

Montana HB 142 modifies interim legislative committee structures, powers, and procedures to reshape how the legislature conducts business between regular sessions.

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Bill Summary · HB 142

Legislative bill overview

HB 142 revises Montana's laws governing interim committees—the legislative committees that operate between regular legislative sessions. The bill modifies how these committees are structured, their powers, and operational procedures during the interim period when the legislature is not in session.

Why is this important

Interim committees handle significant legislative work between the biennial regular sessions, including policy development, budget analysis, and monitoring of state agencies. Changes to their authority and procedures directly affect how effectively the legislature can respond to issues and prepare legislation during the 20+ months between sessions.

Potential points of contention

  • Committee autonomy vs. leadership control: Revisions may shift power dynamics between committee members and legislative leadership, affecting which issues receive attention during interim work
  • Fiscal impact on operations: Changes to committee structure or meeting requirements could increase or decrease costs for interim legislative operations
  • Stakeholder access and transparency: Modifications to procedures may affect how public, agencies, and interest groups can participate in or observe interim committee work

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

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