Montana § 5-4-105 - Predrafting
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 5-4-105 — Predrafting, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-4-105. Predrafting
Predrafting. (1) Prior to the legislative services division working on a bill draft request, the legislative services division shall offer to provide to the requesting legislator a brief history on the subject matter in the legislature in the past five sessions, including but not limited to: (a) any legislation introduced in the past five sessions; and (b) links to any online materials, including bills, fiscal notes, audio or video files, and minutes. (2) The legislative services division may request assistance from the legislative fiscal division or legislative audit division on any state budgetary, fiscal, or audit information related to the subject matter.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 5-4-105
What does Montana Code Annotated § 5-4-105 cover?
Section 5-4-105 ("Predrafting") is part of the Montana Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Montana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Montana § 5-4-105?
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