Sen. Tom McGillvray

Primary SB 132

Signed into law · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Generally revise minor in possession laws

Maddy summarySB 132 revises laws for individuals under 21 years of age who possess or unlawfully attempt to purchase alcohol, marijuana, or other intoxicating substances. The bill creates separate crimes for these actions and establishes a tiered penalty system based on the offender's age and the number of prior offenses. Penalties include fines, community service, and mandatory participation in substance abuse information courses, with parents or guardians also required to complete courses for offenders under 18. Repeat offenders may face driver's license confiscation or suspension, chemical dependency assessments, and potential jail time for those 18 and older.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill replaces punitive penalties with substance abuse education and community service for minors, promoting rehabilitation over incarceration in minor possession cases.95% confidence

Signed into law Apr 17, 2025 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 456

Signed into law · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Revise professions and occupations laws regarding dispensing of drugs

Maddy summarySenate Bill 456 revises professions and occupations laws related to the dispensing of drugs by medical practitioners. It allows health care staff, other than the practitioner, to convey dispensed drugs to patients at the practitioner's office. For this to happen, the practitioner must first prepare and seal the drugs with two forms of identification on the package. The staff member is then required to verify the patient's identity before handing over the medication. The bill maintains other requirements for practitioners who dispense drugs, such as registration with the board of pharmacy.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllows healthcare staff to dispense medications under verification protocols, improving efficiency and patient access within healthcare services without restricting coverage or funding.85% confidence

Signed into law Apr 17, 2025 0 co-sponsors

Primary SR 5

Passed · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Senate rules resolution

Maddy summarySR 5 adopts the official rules for the Montana Senate, establishing the organizational structure and procedures for legislative operations. The rules define the roles and responsibilities of Senate officers, including the President, President pro tempore, majority leader, and minority leader, and outline how the Senate conducts its business. These rules govern key processes like bill referrals, committee assignments, voting procedures, and succession for leadership positions. The resolution directly affects all Senate members and staff by standardizing the Senate's internal governance.

Passed Apr 14, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SJ 9

Passed · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Joint resolution on the economic dangers of federal debt and deficits

Maddy summaryMontana's SJ 9 is a symbolic joint resolution urging the U.S. Congress to address federal debt and deficit concerns. It declares that current federal fiscal policies harm Montanans and Americans, citing rising national debt ($36.3 trillion in 2025), interest costs, and inflation. The resolution specifically requests Congress adopt "disciplined fiscal rules" like a balanced budget amendment and asks all states to send similar resolutions to federal lawmakers. It does not create new laws but serves as a formal communication to Montana's congressional delegation and other states.

Passed Apr 8, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 499

Vetoed · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Revise adverse possession laws relating to certain land and improvements

Vetoed Jun 16, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 73

Vetoed · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Clarify agency's duty to permit inspection for legislative audit purposes

Vetoed Jun 16, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 564

Signed into law · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Revise laws related to immunity for free health care services

Signed into law May 22, 2023 0 co-sponsors

Primary SR 54

died · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Confirm governor's appointee for the board of alternative health care

died May 8, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SJ 15

died · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Resolution on Marbury v. Madison

died May 8, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 534

died · Montana Senate · Lead sponsor

Constitutional amendment on redistricting

died May 8, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track