HB439

Creating sheriffs' first initiative for cooperation and communication

Failed·5/20/25

Montana HB439 regulates federal arrests, searches, and seizures, requiring federal employees to obtain county sheriff permission.

Montana HB439 mandates federal employees and agents to secure written permission from the county sheriff before making arrests, searches, or seizures within the state. Exceptions include federal enclaves, immediate crime witnessing, and specific state provisions. The sheriff can refuse permission for any reason. The bill also rejects federal laws granting federal employees sheriff authority in Montana and outlines penalties for violations.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

44 Yea

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56 Nay

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Calendar

Feb 14, 2025

8:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

May 20, 2025

House

(H) Died in Process

Apr 7, 2025

House

(H) Missed Deadline for Revenue Bill Transmittal

Feb 21, 2025

House

(H) Scheduled for 2nd Reading