The bill aims to prohibit local governments from enacting building codes that exceed the stringency of state building codes. This measure is intended to create uniformity in building regulations across the state, ensuring that all local jurisdictions adhere to the same standards set by the state.

Additionally, the bill includes an amendment to Section 50-60-301 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA), although specific insertions or deletions in the legal language are not detailed in the summary provided. Overall, the legislation seeks to streamline building regulations and prevent local governments from imposing additional requirements that could complicate compliance for builders and developers.

Statutes affected:
SB0406_1.pdf: 50-60-301
Introduced: 50-60-301