HB368

Generally revise water supply requirements for coal-fired generating units

Vetoed·5/13/25

Montana HB368 revises water supply requirements for coal-fired generating units, ensuring perpetual water access for cities or towns.

Montana HB368 mandates that operators of coal-fired generating units with a capacity of 200 megawatts or more must ensure an adequate water supply for the city or town where the unit is located. This requirement is intended to maintain water availability if the unit closes or retires. The bill also clarifies the financial assurance needed to provide water to the local government for 30 years post-remediation. It amends definitions and provisions related to coal-fired generating units, water supply, and financial assurance.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

50 Yea

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Calendar

Apr 11, 2025

12:00 PM

Senate Finance and Claims Hearing

Mar 19, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Natural Resources Hearing

History

Jun 17, 2025

House

Chapter Number Assigned

Jun 16, 2025

House

(H) Veto Overridden by Legislature

May 23, 2025

House

(H) Veto Override Vote Mail Poll in Progress