HB571

Revise aeronautics laws related to the use of ADS–B information

Complete·5/8/25

Montana HB571 prohibits entities from using ADS-B data to charge fees to aircraft operators.

Montana HB571 revises aeronautics laws to prevent any entity from using Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) information to calculate, generate, or collect fees from aircraft operators. ADS-B is an advanced aviation surveillance technology that provides data such as an aircraft's location and speed. The bill defines "aircraft" as those weighing 9,000 pounds or less and operating under specific federal regulations.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

66 Yea

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32 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 20, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Energy, Technology & Federal Relations Hearing

Feb 26, 2025

3:00 PM

House Transportation Hearing

History

May 13, 2025

House

Chapter Number Assigned

May 8, 2025

House

(H) Signed by Governor

May 2, 2025

Senate

(S) Signed by President