This bill confirms the appointment of Vu Pham as a member of the Montana Facility Finance Authority, a state agency that manages financing for public infrastructure projects. The Senate is formally approving the governor's selection of Pham to serve a term ending on January 2, 2029, as required by state law. By passing this resolution, the legislative body completes the appointment process and authorizes the secretary of the senate to send official copies to the governor and secretary of state. This action directly affects the staffing of the authority and ensures the appointee can begin their duties without delay.
This bill confirms the governor's appointment of Lisa Schmidt to Montana's Board of Public Education. The resolution formally approves her nomination for a term ending on February 1, 2031, as required by state law. Once confirmed, the Senate will send copies of this resolution to the Secretary of State and the governor to complete the appointment process. This action directly affects the composition of the state's public education oversight board by adding a new member.
This Montana bill establishes a new state fund and allocates $220 million to expand correctional capacity by building or renovating a new prison facility. The legislation creates the Future of Corrections Fund to manage money for securing additional facilities through construction or lease-to-own agreements, while also allowing $30 million for planning, technology upgrades, and system assessments. A key provision requires the Budget Director to evaluate whether a proposed facility location has sufficient workforce for inmate rehabilitation before construction proceeds, with funds potentially reverting to the general fund if construction is deemed not in the state's best interests. The bill also mandates quarterly reporting to legislative committees on all expenditures related to the project and includes a contingency plan to redirect funds if the new facility is not built.
This bill confirms the appointment of Doug Grob from Kalispell, Montana, to serve as a member of the Pacific Northwest Electric Power and Conservation Planning Council. The appointment, made by the Governor, is for a term ending on January 2, 2029, in accordance with state law. By passing this resolution, the Montana Senate officially approves the Governor's selection and allows the appointee to begin their service on the council. The bill requires the Senate Secretary to send copies of the confirmation to the Secretary of State and the Governor.
This bill establishes the Government Evidence and Impact Commission in Montana to improve how state government uses data for decision-making. The commission will consist of voting members from legislative committees, state agencies, and the public, along with nonvoting staff and oversight officials. Its main duties include developing a system to analyze the effectiveness of government programs, identifying inefficient or outdated initiatives, and recommending improvements based on evidence. The commission will meet quarterly starting June 2025, allow public comment, and receive $75,000 in initial funding to operate.
This bill confirms Mark Barry's appointment to Montana's Board of Investments, a position that oversees state investment funds. The resolution formally approves the governor's selection of Barry to serve a term ending January 2, 2029, as required by state law. Once the Senate passes this measure, the appointment becomes official and Barry can begin his duties on the board. The document serves as a procedural step to validate the governor's executive action rather than creating new policy.
This bill confirms the appointment of Eric Hanson as a member of the Montana Facility Finance Authority, a state agency that manages financing for public infrastructure projects. The resolution formally approves the Governor's selection of Hanson to serve on the authority's board until January 2, 2029, in accordance with state law. By passing this measure, the Senate completes a standard confirmation process required before the appointee can officially begin their term. The action does not create new funding or change existing authority powers, but rather validates an administrative personnel decision.
This bill confirms the appointment of Mel Reinhardt as a member of the Montana Facility Finance Authority, a state agency that manages financial resources for public facilities. The resolution formally approves the governor's selection of Reinhardt to serve a term ending on January 9, 2029, in accordance with state law. By passing this measure, the Senate completes the confirmation process required for the appointee to officially assume their role. The bill directs the Secretary of the Senate to send a copy of the resolution to the Secretary of State and the governor to finalize the appointment.
This bill confirms the appointment of John Iverson to the Montana Facility Finance Authority, a state agency that manages financing for public infrastructure projects. The resolution formally approves the governor's selection of Iverson to serve a term ending on January 2, 2029, as required by state law. By passing this measure, the Senate completes the confirmation process, allowing Iverson to officially begin his role on the authority's board. The bill does not create new policies or funding but serves as a procedural step to validate an existing executive appointment.
This bill requests an interim study to review, simplify, and streamline the Montana Youth Court Act, which currently governs how the state handles cases involving minors accused of crimes. The study will be conducted by a committee that includes judges, prosecutors, probation officers, and representatives from various state agencies, with the goal of reducing the Act's current complexity and procedural confusion. The committee must complete its work by September 15, 2026, and submit findings and recommendations to the next legislature, ensuring any proposed changes focus on procedure rather than increasing punishment for youth. This process aims to provide clearer legal pathways for juvenile cases while maintaining fair hearings and protecting the rights of all parties involved.
This Montana Senate resolution confirms four individuals appointed by the Governor to serve on the Board of Chiropractors. The bill formally approves Michael Matury, Julie Murack, Dustin Rising, and Caitlin Walter for their respective terms ending between 2025 and 2028. By passing this resolution, the Senate completes the constitutional appointment process for these board members, allowing them to officially begin their service. The measure directly affects the composition of the state board that oversees chiropractic practice in Montana.
This Montana Senate resolution confirms the governor's appointment of Julia Maxwell to the state Board of Public Education. The bill formally approves her membership on the board for a term ending February 1, 2028, as required by state law. By passing this resolution, the Senate completes the confirmation process for the governor's selection, allowing Maxwell to officially begin her service. The measure is a procedural action that validates an existing appointment rather than creating new policy or funding.
