HB39

Repeal law disallowing parties from contributing to judicial candidates

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Montana HB39 repeals law disallowing parties from contributing to judicial candidates.

Montana HB39 repeals Section 13-35-231 of the Montana Code Annotated, which previously prohibited political parties from contributing to judicial candidates. The bill allows political parties to contribute to judicial candidates through joint fundraising committees, subject to certain conditions and limitations. It also amends other sections to reflect these changes, including 3-10-201, 3-10-206, and 13-37-211. The joint fundraising committee must follow specific rules for allocating funds, reporting contributions, and maintaining records.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

25 Yea

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23 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 5, 2025

8:30 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Jan 8, 2025

9:00 AM

House State Administration Hearing

History

Mar 4, 2025

House

(H) Signed by Governor

Mar 4, 2025

House

Chapter Number Assigned

Feb 26, 2025

House

(H) Signed by Speaker