HB901

Create a fire department health and safety grant program

Vetoed·5/13/25

Montana HB901 establishes a fire department health and safety grant program to fund safety equipment for firefighters.

Montana HB901 creates a fire department health and safety grant program to fund the purchase of safety equipment for firefighters. Eligible fire departments, companies, or districts can apply for grants up to $10,000. The grants can be used for personal protective equipment, saunas, shower facilities, and washing or extraction devices. The disaster and emergency services division of the department of military affairs administers the program, disbursing funds directly to applicants.

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Roll Call Votes

48 Yea

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2 Nay

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Calendar

Apr 11, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Local Government Hearing

Apr 1, 2025

3:00 PM

House Local Government Hearing

History

Jun 16, 2025

House

(H) Veto Override Failed in Legislature

May 23, 2025

House

(H) Veto Override Vote Mail Poll in Progress

May 13, 2025

House

(H) Vetoed by Governor