SB454

Revise tow truck regulation laws

Failed·5/23/25
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Montana SB454 revises commercial tow truck regulations, including classification standards, liability insurance, inspections, and the state law.

Montana SB454 revises commercial tow truck regulations by establishing new classification standards for tow trucks, requiring annual safety inspections, and setting liability insurance requirements. The bill also revises the state law enforcement rotation system, ensuring that qualified tow truck operators meet specific criteria, including equipment classification, training, and insurance. Tow truck operators must maintain separate records and books for each business location and ensure their equipment meets specified ratings.

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Roll Call Votes

41 Yea

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9 Nay

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Calendar

Feb 28, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Highways and Transportation Hearing

Feb 26, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Highways and Transportation Hearing

History

May 23, 2025

Senate

(S) Died in Process

Mar 12, 2025

Senate

(S) Missed Deadline for General Bill Transmittal

Mar 5, 2025

Senate

(S) Scheduled for 2nd Reading