Bill > HB716

This bill clarifies the qualifications for individuals serving on county water and sewer district boards of directors by modifying existing state law. The legislation expands the definition of property ownership to include real property that is not just personally titled, but also property held in various business entities such as corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies, or trusts where the individual serves as an officer, partner, member, or trustee. The bill maintains the existing core eligibility requirements for board members, which include being a registered voter, at least 18 years old, a U.S. citizen, and a resident of the district or Montana state. Additionally, the bill preserves existing provisions for non-voting ex officio members and municipal appointees, with the only substantive change being the more flexible interpretation of property ownership. The language changes replace the generic term "person" with "individual" throughout the statute, and the bill takes effect immediately upon passage and approval.

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https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC3750