HB710

Generally revise laws related to the judiciary

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Montana HB710 revises laws related to the judiciary, including subpoena issuance by certain officers and the composition of the Judicial Standards.

Montana HB710 revises laws related to the judiciary by allowing a supreme court justice or district court judge to issue subpoenas requested by an Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Officer. The subpoenas can require the production of various records relevant to investigations of offenses involving the sexual exploitation of a minor. The bill also establishes the composition of the Judicial Standards Commission, allocating it to the Department of Justice for administrative purposes while ensuring its independence.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

32 Yea

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18 Nay

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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 5, 2025

House

Chapter Number Assigned

May 1, 2025

House

(H) Signed by Governor

Apr 24, 2025

Senate

(S) Signed by President