HB707

Require Corrections to consider inmate family connections during placement

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Montana HB707 requires the Department of Corrections to consider inmates' family connections when placing them out-of-state.

Montana HB707 mandates that the Department of Corrections take into account an inmate's family attachments when deciding on out-of-state placements. This bill amends existing law to ensure that family considerations are part of the decision-making process. It also addresses the handling of inmates when state facilities are at maximum capacity, including potential reimbursement to other jurisdictions for holding inmates.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

46 Yea

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2 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 8, 2025

8:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Mar 31, 2025

8:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

May 13, 2025

House

Chapter Number Assigned

May 8, 2025

House

(H) Signed by Governor

May 1, 2025

Senate

(S) Signed by President