Sen. Willis Curdy

Maddy summarySB 508 revises Montana's driving under the influence (DUI) laws concerning tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) for younger drivers. This bill establishes that for individuals under 21 years of age, having any detectable amount of THC in their system constitutes a DUI offense. This means there is no specific THC concentration threshold for drivers under 21, unlike the 5 ng/ml limit for adult drivers. The change applies to any amount of THC, excluding inactive metabolites, found in a driver under 21.

Maddy summarySJ 25 is a joint resolution from the Montana Legislature urging the United States Congress to implement mandatory country-of-origin labeling for beef and pork products. The resolution highlights that these labeling requirements were removed for beef and pork in 2015, while other food products still have them. It states that consumers desire to know the origin of their food and that transparent labeling contributes to a competitive marketplace for American producers. The resolution directs that copies be sent to the Montana Congressional Delegation, the Governor, and relevant federal officials.

Maddy summarySenate Joint Resolution 27 urges the United States Congress to take action regarding livestock brucellosis vaccinations. The resolution highlights the impact of brucellosis on cattle and bison, the lack of affordable treatments, and a current shortage of the only U.S.-produced vaccine. It asks Congress to enact legislation that expands vaccine availability, requires assistance to states for rapid outbreak response, and provides funding for preventative vaccination programs.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 111 is a commemorative resolution recognizing 85 years of dedicated service by smokejumpers in Montana and across the nation. It acknowledges their contributions and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the National Smokejumper Association.

Maddy summarySB 233 enacts the Interstate Massage Compact, establishing a new multistate licensing program for massage therapists. This compact allows licensed massage therapists to practice in all participating member states with a single multistate license, increasing their professional mobility. It includes provisions for criminal background checks for multistate licensure and creates an interstate commission to administer the compact. The bill aims to improve public access to massage therapy services and enhance regulatory cooperation among states while ensuring public safety.

Maddy summarySB 55 is a procedural bill that states Montana's legislative intent to support coordinated collection and sharing of streamflow data. It recognizes that timely streamflow information - gathered by state, federal, tribal, and local entities - is essential for managing water under existing laws, including the Montana Water Use Act and drought planning. The bill does not create new programs or funding but affirms the legislature's position that better data coordination benefits water managers, municipalities, and agricultural users in addressing seasonal and climate-related water supply challenges.