MontanaMontana death reports would reach the voter system weekly
Starting July 1, 2027, the health department would send Montana death information to the secretary of state at least weekly for voter-system updates.
What it does
The health department would send Montana death information to the secretary of state at least weekly. The secretary would update the statewide voter system and notify the appropriate county clerk.
Argument forWeekly reports could help election officials update voter records sooner after a Montana resident dies.
Argument againstWeekly death reports could give county clerks more frequent batches to review and act on.
More detail
The health department would send death information to the secretary of state at least weekly, and the secretary would update the voter system and notify the appropriate county clerk. The death reports cover Montana residents, defined by the state of residence reported on the death certificate. The act would take effect July 1, 2027; the department would send the information at least weekly.
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- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 29(LC) Draft Ready for DeliveryLatest
- Oct 6(LC) Draft in Assembly
- Oct 5(LC) Draft in Final Drafter Review
- Oct 1(LC) Draft in Input/Proofing
- Sep 25(LC) Draft in Edit
- Sep 25(LC) Draft in Legal Review
- Sep 19(LC) Drafter AssignedIntroduced
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