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Bill Summary · HB 375

Legislative bill overview

HB 375 sought to revise Montana's statewide ballot issue laws, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available action history. The bill was introduced by Representative Lukas Schubert but failed to advance through the legislative process, dying in committee after being repeatedly tabled and missing procedural deadlines.

Why is this important

Ballot issue laws govern how citizens and the state propose and conduct ballot measures, affecting direct democracy mechanisms. Changes to these laws can impact voter accessibility, the difficulty of qualifying initiatives for ballots, disclosure requirements, and campaign finance rules surrounding ballot measures.

Potential points of contention

  • Accessibility vs. petition requirements: Any revision likely involved balancing citizen access to ballot initiatives against preventing frivolous or poorly-supported measures
  • Campaign finance and disclosure: Proposed changes may have addressed transparency in ballot measure funding, which generates debate between those seeking disclosure and those citing free speech concerns
  • Procedural thresholds: The bill may have altered signature collection requirements, deadlines, or other technical barriers that affect different types of ballot measures differently

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

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