HB940

Prohibit overnight camping on state highway right-of-way

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Montana HB940 prohibits overnight camping and storage of personal property on state highway right-of-way.

Montana HB940 makes it illegal to camp overnight or leave personal property unattended on a state highway right-of-way. Exceptions include emergency situations, authorized work crews, and designated rest areas. The Montana Department of Transportation and law enforcement can enforce this law, issuing notices and imposing fines up to $50 for non-compliance. Leftover property can be disposed of after a specified period. The act also includes definitions for terms like "camping," "storage," and "state highway right-of-way.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

37 Yea

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13 Nay

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Calendar

Apr 16, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Highways and Transportation Hearing

Apr 11, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Highways and Transportation Hearing

History

May 16, 2025

House

Chapter Number Assigned

May 12, 2025

House

(H) Signed by Governor

May 5, 2025

House

(H) Transmitted to Governor