Bill > HB223

This bill modifies Montana's motor vehicle insurance laws to require insurance policies to cover reasonable costs for commercial tow truck operators' services during vehicle accidents. Specifically, the bill amends Section 61-6-103 to mandate that motor vehicle liability policies now include coverage for reasonable expenses related to towing, recovery, and debris cleanup services performed by commercial tow truck operators (as defined in 61-8-903), subject to the existing policy limits. The added provisions ensure that insurance policies will now explicitly cover costs such as removing liquids and other materials from an accident scene, which were not previously specified. The bill includes an applicability date of October 1, 2025, meaning these new requirements will apply to motor vehicle insurance policies issued or renewed on or after that date. This change aims to provide more comprehensive insurance coverage for commercial tow truck operators and ensure they can be fairly compensated for their services in the event of vehicle accidents.

Business and Industry, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC0263