HB186

Increase size of parole board

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Montana HB186 increases the size of the Board of Pardons and Parole from five to six members.

Montana HB186 amends the composition of the Board of Pardons and Parole, expanding it from five to six members. The governor must appoint a sixth member within 60 days of the act's effective date. Board members must have qualifications such as a college degree in criminology or related fields, extensive work experience in corrections, or a law degree. Consideration is given to members with expertise in American Indian culture, serious mental illness, and recovery from serious mental illness. The board is designated as quasi-judicial, with members serving staggered 6-year terms.

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Roll Call Votes

45 Yea

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5 Nay

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Calendar

Mar 25, 2025

8:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Jan 21, 2025

8:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 18, 2025

House

Chapter Number Assigned

Apr 17, 2025

House

(H) Signed by Governor

Apr 9, 2025

Senate

(S) Signed by President