Rep. Brandon Ler

Primary HJ 29

Passed · Montana House · Lead sponsor

Joint resolution recognizing the strong bilateral relationship between Montana and Taiwan

Maddy summaryHJ 29 is a joint resolution recognizing and reaffirming the strong bilateral relationship between the State of Montana and Taiwan. It commemorates the upcoming 40th anniversary of their sister-state relationship and highlights existing trade, educational, and cultural ties. The resolution also advocates for Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations and endorses a closer economic and trade partnership between the United States and Taiwan.

Passed May 6, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 285

Signed into law · Montana House · Lead sponsor

Generally revise Montana environmental policy act

Maddy summaryHB 285 revises the Montana Environmental Policy Act (MEPA), clarifying its purpose and impact on state agency actions and permitting decisions. The bill specifies that MEPA is a procedural law designed to provide information to the public and decision-makers, not to grant additional regulatory authority to state agencies. It also shifts the burden of proof for those challenging licensing or permitting decisions, requiring them to establish the unconstitutionality of the underlying statute. Furthermore, legal challenges must now be filed in the county where the proposed activity is located.

EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill clarifies MEPA as procedural only (not regulatory), removes agency regulatory authority, and shifts burden of proof to challengers, weakening environmental review and permitting challenges.85% confidence

Signed into law May 5, 2025 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 648

Signed into law · Montana House · Lead sponsor

Require FWP notification before the release of large predators

Maddy summaryHB 648 requires the Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks (FWP) to provide advance notification before releasing or relocating large predators. The FWP must give verbal and written notice at least 30 days prior to the release or relocation of bears, mountain lions, or wolves. This notification is sent to county commissioners, sheriff's offices, and tribal governments within the affected county or tribal boundaries. The bill aims to ensure local consultation and coordination regarding large predator management policies.

Signed into law May 5, 2025 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 337

Signed into law · Montana House · Lead sponsor

Revise income tax laws to lower income taxes

Maddy summaryHB 337 revises Montana's income tax laws, affecting individual taxpayers and certain estates or trusts. The bill aims to lower income taxes by adjusting the state's tax brackets. It increases the amount of Montana taxable income taxed at lower rates and reduces the highest income tax rate. Additionally, the bill revises the tax rates and income thresholds applied to net long-term capital gains.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly lowers income tax rates by adjusting brackets and reducing top rate, providing tax relief for individuals and estates per its summary.95% confidence

Signed into law Apr 28, 2025 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 541

Signed into law · Montana House · Lead sponsor

Require interest on criminal restitution and fines

Signed into law May 19, 2023 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 780

died · Montana House · Lead sponsor

Provide for a law enforcement officer bill of rights

died May 8, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 870

died · Montana House · Lead sponsor

Revise tax rate for agricultural property owned by certain nonprofits

died May 8, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 231

Signed into law · Montana House · Lead sponsor

Eliminate certification standards and practices advisory council

Signed into law May 4, 2023 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 629

died · Montana House · Lead sponsor

Provide for attorney fees and costs in certain justifiable use of force cases

died May 3, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 866

died · Montana House · Lead sponsor

Constitutional amendment related to redistricting

died May 3, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track