Bill > LC0657

This bill revises laws related to compensation and expenses for legislators when the legislature is not in session, specifically updating the rules for meal and travel allowances. The bill modifies two existing sections of Montana law (2-18-502 and 5-2-302) to provide more detailed guidelines for legislators' compensation during interim periods. The changes establish a tiered system of compensation based on the distance traveled for legislative business, with different rates for round trips of 100 miles or less, between 100 and 400 miles, and 400 miles or more. Legislators will now be eligible for varying amounts of daily pay, mileage allowances, meal allowances (including specific numbers of morning, midday, and evening meals), and lodging reimbursement depending on the distance traveled and duration of their legislative business. The bill also clarifies rules for remote participation and sets conditions for when legislators can receive compensation for additional days of travel or meetings. The changes aim to provide more transparent and structured guidelines for legislator compensation during interim periods, ensuring fair reimbursement for travel and work-related expenses. The bill becomes effective immediately upon passage and approval.

https://bills.legmt.gov/#/lc/bill/2/LC0657