HB938

Generally revise lobbying laws relating to state and local government agencies and non-governmental organizations

Failed·5/20/25
Introduced Text

Montana HB938 revises lobbying laws, requiring lobbyists to disclose if their clients receive federal funds and ensuring their compensation is not.

Montana HB938 revises lobbying laws to enhance transparency and compliance with federal regulations. The bill mandates that lobbyists disclose whether the state or local government agencies or nongovernmental organizations they represent receive federal funds. Additionally, lobbyists must verify under oath that their compensation is not derived from federal money. The bill imposes a $10 filing fee for these disclosures and outlines penalties for non-compliance, including unsworn falsification to authorities.

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Roll Call Votes

(H) State Administration--To Table

18 Yea

DRDRDRDRRDRDDRDDDR

1 Nay

R

Calendar

Apr 1, 2025

9:00 AM

House State Administration Hearing

History

May 20, 2025

House

(H) Died in Process

Apr 8, 2025

House

(H) Fiscal Note Signed

Apr 7, 2025

House

(H) Fiscal Note Received