The bill aims to enhance Montana's efforts in combating drug and human trafficking by establishing a reward system for individuals who provide actionable information leading to the conviction of traffickers. Specifically, it proposes a reward of $50,000 for information related to certain drug offenses and human trafficking felonies. The Department of Justice is tasked with creating a secure system for receiving and verifying tips, while the Department of Transportation will be responsible for erecting signs at various transportation hubs to promote the reward. Additionally, the bill emphasizes the protection of informants' identities and outlines the distribution of rewards in cases where multiple informants contribute to a conviction.

Notably, the bill removes the previous exemption of reward payments from state taxation, meaning that such rewards will now be subject to garnishment, restitution, attorney fees, and state taxes. The effective date for the implementation of this act is set for July 1, 2023. Overall, the legislation seeks to disrupt the culture of trust among traffickers by incentivizing community involvement in reporting illegal activities.