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LC 3508 Legislature · 2025 Regular Session

Provide appropriation to DOJ for Lake County reimbursement related to PL 280

This bill allocates $2.5 million in state funds for each of the fiscal years 2025 and 2026 to reimburse Lake County for costs associated with assuming felony criminal jurisdiction over federally recognized tribes and the Flathead Indian reservation. The money is directed to the Department of Justice and is intended to serve as ongoing base funding for as long as the state maintains this jurisdiction under Public Law 280. The legislation takes effect on July 1, 2025, and establishes a financial mechanism to support the county's law enforcement responsibilities in this area.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $2.5M annually to DOJ for Lake County reimbursement under PL 280, directly funding state budget appropriations and supporting government operations.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides funding to DOJ for tribal jurisdiction costs, strengthening law enforcement capacity and supporting criminal justice operations.90% confidence
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Dec 2024
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Introduced Dec 14, 2024 Last action Jan 30, 2025
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