HB775

Repeal sunset on Water Court actions

Complete·5/13/25

Montana HB775 repeals the sunset date on Water Court actions, allowing continued judicial review of water rights.

Montana HB775 repeals the sunset date on laws regarding judicial review of water rights, ensuring that the Water Court can continue to review decisions of the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation. This bill clarifies the duties of the Water Court and removes the expiration date set in 2017, effective immediately upon passage and approval.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

38 Yea

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12 Nay

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Calendar

Apr 7, 2025

8:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Apr 3, 2025

8:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

May 19, 2025

House

Chapter Number Assigned

May 13, 2025

House

(H) Signed by Governor

May 7, 2025

House

(H) Transmitted to Governor