Montana SB116 revises the Montana Heritage Preservation and Development Commission membership and terms.

Montana SB116 revises the Montana Heritage Preservation and Development Commission by reducing its membership from 14 to 9. Nine members are appointed by the governor, one by the president of the senate, and one by the speaker of the house. Members appointed by the governor serve 2-year terms, while others serve 3-year terms. The commission can employ an executive director, a curator, and other staff as needed. The bill also outlines qualifications for commission members, including experience in community planning, historic preservation, business, and tourism.

Montana SB116 revises the Montana Heritage Preservation and Development Commission membership and terms.

Montana SB116 revises the Montana Heritage Preservation and Development Commission by reducing its membership from 14 to 9. Nine members are appointed by the governor, one by the president of the senate, and one by the speaker of the house. Members appointed by the governor serve 2-year terms, while others serve 3-year terms. The commission can employ an executive director, a curator, and other staff as needed. The bill also outlines qualifications for commission members, including experience in community planning, historic preservation, business, and tourism.