This bill revises the determination of court costs associated with coal mine reclamation by amending Sections 82-4-251 and 82-4-252 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA). The changes aim to clarify the processes and criteria used to assess court costs in relation to coal mine reclamation activities, ensuring that the legal framework is updated to reflect current practices and needs in the industry.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for an immediate effective date, allowing the amendments to take effect without delay, and specifies an applicability date to ensure that the new regulations are applied appropriately moving forward. This legislative update is intended to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of court proceedings related to coal mine reclamation.

Statutes affected:
SB0392_1.pdf: 82-4-251, 82-4-252
SB0392_2.pdf: 82-4-251, 82-4-252
Amended: 82-4-251, 82-4-252
Introduced: 82-4-251, 82-4-252