SB101

Revise laws related to squatting

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Montana SB101 revises laws related to squatting by creating offenses for unlawful squatting and fraudulent sale or lease of property.

Montana SB101 revises laws related to squatting by creating the offense of unlawful squatting, which occurs when a person knowingly resides on premises without consent. It also creates the offense of fraudulent sale or lease of property, which involves listing or advertising property for sale or rent without legal title or authority. The bill allows property owners to request law enforcement to remove unauthorized persons or trespassers and provides for indemnification for law enforcement's good faith conduct.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

35 Yea

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15 Nay

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Calendar

Feb 6, 2025

8:00 AM

House Business and Labor Hearing

Jan 21, 2025

8:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 18, 2025

Senate

Chapter Number Assigned

Apr 17, 2025

Senate

(S) Signed by Governor

Apr 8, 2025

House

(H) Signed by Speaker