Generally revise lien laws and foreclosure

This Montana bill (HB 465) would have revised foreclosure rules for property liens by requiring contractors or service providers to file a specific "notice of action" within 90 days after a 2-year deadline for foreclosure lawsuits. If this notice wasn't filed, the lien would automatically expire, directly affecting contractors seeking payment and homeowners facing lien claims. The bill focused on clarifying procedural requirements for foreclosure actions under existing law (Section 71-3-562, MCA). It died in committee in May 2025 and did not become law.