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SB 440

Revising election laws related to reporting election results

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Theresa Manzella

Montana's SB 440 revises election result reporting procedures; signed into law May 2025 with limited public detail on specific substantive changes.

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Bill Summary · SB 440

Legislative bill overview

SB 440 revises Montana's election laws to modify how election results are reported and disclosed to the public. The bill has completed the legislative process and was signed by the Governor on May 13, 2025, making it law. The specific substantive changes are not detailed in the procedural information provided.

Why is this important

Election reporting procedures directly affect public transparency and confidence in electoral outcomes. Changes to how results are reported can influence when and how voters, media, and election observers access official vote counts and certifications.

Potential points of contention

  • Transparency timing – Depending on the revisions, changes could accelerate or delay public access to election results, affecting media reporting and public perception
  • Reporting format and accessibility – Modifications to reporting mechanisms or data formats could impact how different stakeholders (media, election observers, researchers) obtain information
  • Election certification processes – Revisions may affect the procedures for official result certification, which carries significant weight in electoral legitimacy

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

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