This Montana Senate resolution confirms three appointments to the State Parks and Recreation Board made by the Governor. The bill directly affects Russ Kipp, Jody Loomis, and Kathy McLane, who are appointed to serve terms ending January 2, 2029. By concurring in these appointments, the Senate grants official consent required by state law for the Governor's selections to take effect. The resolution also instructs the Secretary of the Senate to send copies to the Secretary of State and the Governor to complete the confirmation process.
This Montana Senate resolution confirms the governor's appointment of John Sampsel to serve on the state's Livestock Loss Board. The bill formally approves Sampsel's selection for a term ending January 1, 2027, as required by state law. Once confirmed, the resolution will be sent to the Secretary of State and the governor to complete the appointment process. This procedural measure does not create new policies but validates an existing administrative decision.
This Montana Senate resolution confirms the governor's appointments of Vince Mattson and Bing Von Bergen to the Board of Hail Insurance. The bill formally approves these individuals to serve on the board for terms ending in 2026 and 2028, respectively, as required by state law. Once confirmed, the Secretary of the Senate will notify the Secretary of State and the governor to complete the official appointment process. This procedural measure allows the appointed members to begin their roles in overseeing hail insurance policies within the state.
This bill confirms the appointment of Wes Thompson to the Montana Board of Nursing Home Administrators, a position that oversees the regulation and licensing of facilities providing care to elderly and disabled residents. The Senate is formally approving the Governor's selection, allowing Thompson to serve a term ending on June 30, 2027, as required by state law. Once confirmed, the appointment becomes official and Thompson will assume duties related to nursing home administration standards and compliance. This process ensures that board members are vetted by the legislative branch before taking office.
This bill confirms the Governor's appointment of Patti Dundas to the Montana Board of Realty Regulation for a term ending July 1, 2025. It serves as a procedural measure that allows the Senate to formally approve an executive appointment required by state law. The resolution directs the Senate Secretary to send copies of the confirmation to the Secretary of State and the Governor. This action completes the legislative process for the appointment, enabling the appointee to officially begin their role on the regulatory board.
This bill confirms the appointment of Thomas Lee Bruner as a Workers' Compensation Court Judge in Montana. The resolution formally approves the Governor's selection, allowing Bruner to serve a term ending on September 8, 2029. By passing this measure, the Senate completes the required legislative process for the appointment to take effect. The bill directly impacts the staffing of the state's workers' compensation court system.
This Montana Senate resolution confirms five individuals appointed by the governor to serve on the Hard-Rock Mining Impact Board. The bill formally approves Jay Baum, Clint Rech, Ray Sheldon, Brent Teske, and Mark Thompson for their respective terms ending between 2027 and 2029. By passing this resolution, the Senate completes the appointment process required by state law, allowing these board members to officially begin their service. The document lists each appointee's location and specifies their term end dates as part of the confirmation procedure.
This Montana joint resolution directs the Legislative Council to conduct an interim study on how market-sensitive crops and agricultural technologies impact the state's agricultural export markets. The study will examine existing export channels, shipping practices, import restrictions from foreign markets, and the financial effects of these factors on Montana producers. It will also analyze the costs and benefits of using such crops and technologies, including their impact on conventional and organic farming operations. The committee must complete the study by September 15, 2026, and submit its findings to the 70th Legislature.
This bill confirms three individuals appointed by the Montana Governor to serve on the Board of Veterinary Medicine. The resolution formally approves Joshua Donald, Tia Nelson, and Garrett Ryerson for their respective terms ending in 2026 and 2027. By passing this measure, the Senate completes the appointment process required by state law for these regulatory board members. The bill directs the Senate Secretary to send copies of the confirmation to the Secretary of State and the Governor.
This Montana Senate resolution confirms the governor's appointments of Melanie Etchemendy and Joseph McElroy to the Board of Pardons and Parole. The bill formally approves these two individuals to serve as board members with terms ending on January 1, 2031, as submitted by the governor on January 16, 2025. By passing this resolution, the Senate completes the constitutional process required to finalize the governor's selections for this state agency. The measure directs the Senate Secretary to send copies of the confirmation to the Secretary of State and the governor. This action affects the composition of the board responsible for reviewing clemency requests and parole decisions in Montana.
This bill revises Montana's medical assistance program for licensed professionals to provide support for those struggling with substance abuse, mental illness, or chronic physical illness. It requires licensing boards to establish assistance programs that help affected licensees access treatment and monitor their rehabilitation efforts, while prioritizing in-state treatment options when available. The legislation also adjusts renewal fees to fund these programs and adds specific provisions for disciplining licensees who repeatedly return to substance use after entering the assistance program. Additionally, the bill strengthens confidentiality protections for program records and clarifies the duties of state licensing boards regarding standards, examinations, and program expansions.
This bill establishes a property tax deferral loan program in Montana to help eligible homeowners manage rising property tax costs. The program directly affects senior citizens aged 62 and older, active-duty military personnel from Montana, and surviving spouses of qualifying property owners who meet specific equity and residency requirements. Under the bill, the state Board of Housing can provide loans to cover the difference between current property taxes and 2022 tax amounts, with annual increases allowed as long as eligibility is maintained. The loans accrue simple interest at the lesser of the prime mortgage rate or 5% and become a lien on the property, requiring homeowners to carry hazard insurance and meet income and equity thresholds.
