HB681

Revise subdivision regulation laws involving determination of water availability

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Montana HB681 revises subdivision regulation laws, focusing on water availability and certification processes.

Montana HB681 revises laws related to local and state regulation of subdivisions and water availability. It modifies subdivision review criteria, clarifies the definition of "water right," and revises the process for issuing a certificate of water right for groundwater appropriations exempt from permitting requirements. The bill also amends definitions and standards for water supply, sewage disposal, stormwater drainage, and solid waste disposal systems.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

94 Yea

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3 Nay

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3 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 11, 2025

12:00 PM

Senate Finance and Claims Hearing

Mar 26, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Local Government Hearing

History

May 19, 2025

House

Chapter Number Assigned

May 13, 2025

House

(H) Signed by Governor

May 7, 2025

Senate

(S) Signed by President