HB205

Revise death penalty laws

Failed·5/20/25
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Montana HB205 revises death penalty laws, specifying execution procedures and witness selection.

Montana HB205 revises laws related to the death penalty, detailing execution procedures and witness selection. The warden selects and supervises the executioner, who must remain anonymous. Executions must be carried out by a licensed practical nurse using a lethal injection. The warden can reject witnesses who pose a risk or are likely to disrupt proceedings. The warden must provide a secure, private location for executions and allow up to 12 witnesses, including media, victim's family, and the defendant's designees. Execution dates must be set between 30 and 60 days after sentencing.

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Roll Call Votes

49 Yea

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51 Nay

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Calendar

Jan 21, 2025

8:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

May 20, 2025

House

(H) Died in Process

Mar 12, 2025

House

(H) Missed Deadline for General Bill Transmittal

Feb 20, 2025

House

(H) Hearing Canceled (H) Judiciary