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HB 109

Revise professional licensing laws to correct errata

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Steve Fitzpatrick

Montana enacts HB 109 to correct technical errors and inconsistencies in professional licensing statutes, clarifying regulatory requirements for licensed practitioners.

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Bill Summary · HB 109

Legislative bill overview

HB 109 is a technical correction bill that revises Montana's professional licensing laws to fix errors, inconsistencies, or outdated provisions in existing statutes. The bill was signed into law by Governor on April 7, 2025, after passing both chambers of the legislature.

Why is this important

Professional licensing laws directly affect thousands of workers in regulated fields (healthcare, engineering, law, etc.) and determine entry barriers, credential recognition, and disciplinary procedures. Correcting errata ensures clarity in enforcement, prevents legal ambiguity that could disadvantage licensees or regulators, and removes potential barriers to legitimate professional practice.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of "errata" undefined: The bill summary lacks specifics about which errors are being corrected, making it difficult to assess whether changes are truly technical or substantive policy shifts disguised as corrections
  • Regulatory impact unclear: Without knowing which licensing boards and professions are affected, stakeholders in those fields have limited opportunity to understand consequences
  • Process transparency: Technical correction bills can sometimes slip through with less scrutiny than substantive legislation, potentially allowing unintended regulatory changes

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

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