Sen. Wendy McKamey

Primary SB 115

Signed into law · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Revise election laws related to public notices

Maddy summarySB 115 revises election laws by adjusting the timeframe for public notices related to elections. It amends existing statutes to allow election administrators a longer window to publish or broadcast certain information. Specifically, the bill changes the maximum notice period from "not more than 10 days" to "not more than 12 days" before an election for notices concerning absentee ballot counting procedures and information about voting systems. This provides election administrators with a slightly extended period to inform the public about these key election details.

Signed into law Apr 18, 2025 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 279

Signed into law · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Adopt the dietitian licensure compact

Maddy summarySB 279 enacts the Dietitian Licensure Compact, which allows licensed dietitians and nutritionists to practice in multiple participating states through a "compact privilege" without needing to obtain a separate license in each state. This bill aims to improve public access to dietetics services and reduce administrative burdens for practitioners and state licensing authorities. It establishes uniform requirements for licensure portability, including criminal background checks, and supports military members and their spouses. The compact also enhances cooperation among states in regulating the profession and protecting public health and safety.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables multi-state practice for dietitians, directly improving public access to dietetics services per bill's stated goal.95% confidence

Signed into law Apr 17, 2025 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 110

Signed into law · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Revise laws relating to amusement rides and safety

Maddy summarySB 110 revises laws concerning amusement rides and safety, directly affecting ride operators and the public. It mandates that all amusement rides undergo annual inspections by independent "qualified inspectors" who must certify the ride's safety based on recognized industry standards. Rides cannot operate for the public without a valid inspection certificate, and new inspections are required after major modifications. The bill also defines "serious injury or illness" and outlines operator responsibilities, including maintaining first-aid stations and ensuring staff are not under the influence.

Signed into law Apr 17, 2025 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 9

Signed into law · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Allow agency cash deposits biweekly

Maddy summarySenate Bill 9 (SB 9) modifies the deposit schedule for state agencies and institutions in Montana. This bill allows state agencies to deposit cash that does not exceed $200 and total collections that do not exceed $750 every 14 days, rather than the current weekly requirement. Agencies must still deposit funds daily if cash or total collections exceed these amounts. The bill also maintains provisions for agencies to propose alternative deposit schedules, subject to approval by the Department of Administration and the Board of Investments.

Signed into law Apr 17, 2025 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 46

Signed into law · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Remove new industry property classification

Signed into law May 22, 2023 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 30

died · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Repeal Clean Campaign Act

died May 8, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 29

died · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Increase and Extend the PERS Supplemental Employer Contribution

died May 8, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 74

Signed into law · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Revise administrative provisions of MPERA

Signed into law May 4, 2023 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 174

Signed into law · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Allow counties funding for broadband infrastructure

Signed into law May 4, 2023 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 31

died · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Repeal Montana Ballot Interference Prevention Act

died May 3, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track