HB788

Montana HB788 mandates attorneys of record to disclose certain election contributions and provides a private right of action for non-compliance.

Montana HB788 requires attorneys of record in civil actions to disclose contributions and expenditures made to the presiding judge's campaign committee and related organizations over the past six years. Attorneys must file these disclosures with their initial court documents and update them if any information changes. The presiding judge can impose sanctions for non-compliance, and any party or opposing attorney can take legal action against an attorney who fails to comply. The bill also includes definitions for terms such as "contribution," "expenditure," and "independent expenditure.