Rep. Marc Lee

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HJ 69) requests a study of how potential federal funding changes could impact Montana's Department of Military Affairs. It directs the Legislative Finance Committee to examine effects on the department's operations, staffing (including 252+ positions funded by federal dollars), and programs like the National Guard and disaster services. The study must report findings to the 70th Legislature by September 2026. As a procedural resolution, it does not change laws or funding but prepares for potential future decisions.

Maddy summaryHB 586 revises child safety restraint system laws, establishing new age-specific requirements for children traveling in motor vehicles. It mandates that children under 2 years use a rear-facing system, children aged 2-4 use a rear-facing or forward-facing system with a harness, and children aged 4-8 use a forward-facing system with a harness or a booster seat. Children 9 years or older, or those who have outgrown a booster, must use an adult safety belt. The bill also defines various restraint types and provides exemptions for certain vehicles like school buses or in emergency situations.