SB298

Revise duties of the secretary of state

Failed·5/23/25
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Montana SB298 revises the duties of the secretary of state to include supervisory powers over county election administrators.

Montana SB298 revises the duties of the secretary of state to include supervisory powers over county election administrators. This includes the authority to order and direct election administrators in all matters pertaining to their duties. The bill also amends the election administrator's responsibilities, ensuring they are the primary point of contact for the county with respect to the statewide voter registration list and implementation of applicable federal law governing elections.

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

(S) State Administration--To Table

9 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Feb 28, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate State Administration Hearing

Feb 21, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate State Administration Hearing

History

May 23, 2025

Senate

(S) Died in Process

Mar 12, 2025

Senate

(S) Missed Deadline for General Bill Transmittal

Feb 28, 2025

Senate

(S) Tabled in Committee (S) State Administration