HB539

Revise laws related to veto override polls

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Montana HB539 revises laws on veto override polls, requiring daily vote tallies and specific procedures for the legislature.

Montana HB539 amends the process for veto override polls. If the legislature is not in session, the governor returns the vetoed bill to the secretary of state, who then notifies legislators. The secretary of state conducts a daily tally of votes and publishes the results. If two-thirds of the members vote to override, the bill becomes law. The legislature can reconvene in special session to reconsider vetoed bills. The act takes effect immediately upon passage and approval.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

50 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 20, 2025

12:00 PM

Senate Legislative Administration Hearing

Feb 25, 2025

9:00 AM

House State Administration Hearing

History

May 8, 2025

House

Chapter Number Assigned

Apr 25, 2025

Senate

(S) Signed by President

Apr 25, 2025

House

(H) Transmitted to Governor