Bill > HB161

This bill establishes a new vending machine account within the state special revenue fund, specifically under the Department of Public Health and Human Services. The account will collect a percentage of income generated from vending machines located on federal and state properties that are not operated by blind vendors, with the specific percentage to be determined by the department through its existing statutory authority. Money deposited into this account will be automatically appropriated (meaning it does not require additional legislative approval each budget cycle) and can only be used for purposes consistent with federal law. The bill also amends the existing statutory appropriations law (Section 17-7-502) to formally include this new account in the list of authorized statutory appropriations. The vending machine account is intended to provide a dedicated funding source for the department, with clear guidelines on how the funds can be collected and used. The bill will become effective on July 1, 2025, giving the department time to prepare for implementation.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC0442