SB364

Establish kill switch laws

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Montana SB364 establishes laws prohibiting entities from activating kill switches on electronic consumer products without a warrant.

Montana SB364 establishes laws prohibiting companies from activating kill switches on electronic consumer products without a warrant. Kill switches are mechanisms that can be engaged remotely to shut down or reset the product. The bill defines "electronic consumer product" to include electronic devices and motor vehicles. It allows entities to activate kill switches if an individual neglects to make regular payments for subscribed services. Individuals can seek statutory damages of $10,000 for each violation. The law is effective October 1, 2025.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

50 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 21, 2025

3:00 PM

House Energy, Technology and Federal Relations Hearing

Feb 27, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Energy, Technology & Federal Relations Hearing

History

May 13, 2025

Senate

Chapter Number Assigned

May 8, 2025

Senate

(S) Signed by Governor

May 1, 2025

House

(H) Signed by Speaker