SB409

Generally revise laws related to the department of commerce

Complete·5/12/25

Montana SB409 revises laws related to the Department of Commerce and the distribution of lodging facility use tax revenues.

Montana SB409 revises laws related to the Department of Commerce and the distribution of lodging facility use tax revenues. The bill allocates tax proceeds to various state entities, including the Montana Historical Society, the University System, the Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks, and the Department of Commerce. It also expands the scope of the emergency lodging for victims of domestic violence or human trafficking program, making it permanent. The bill specifies the uses for the tax proceeds, including tourism promotion, regional tourism assistance, and support for trade offices.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

48 Yea

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2 Nay

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Calendar

Apr 15, 2025

10:00 AM

House Appropriations Hearing

Apr 9, 2025

9:00 AM

House Taxation Hearing

History

May 16, 2025

Senate

Chapter Number Assigned

May 12, 2025

Senate

(S) Signed by Governor

May 5, 2025

House

(H) Signed by Speaker