House Bill No. introduced by P. Tuss and others proposes to exempt various grant and loan programs administered by the Department of Commerce from review under the Montana Environmental Policy Act (MEPA). The bill outlines multiple new sections that specify exemptions for programs related to microbusiness development, historic preservation, workforce training, agritourism, economic development projects, the Montana wood products industry, housing financing, reverse annuity mortgage loans for elderly citizens, and veterans' home loan mortgage programs. Each of these exemptions indicates that the Department of Commerce and associated entities will not be subject to the provisions of Title 75, chapter 1, parts 1 and 2 of the MEPA when engaging in these activities.

Additionally, the bill includes a provision for the Secretary of State to notify federally recognized tribal governments in Montana about the new act. It also establishes codification instructions for each section to ensure they are integrated into the appropriate titles and chapters of Montana law. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.