The bill amends Section 61-8-310 of the Montana Code Annotated to clarify the authority of local authorities and county commissions in setting speed limits. It allows local authorities to establish reasonable and safe speed limits based on engineering and traffic investigations, with specific provisions for urban districts, school zones, and senior citizen centers. Notably, the bill removes the requirement for an engineering and traffic investigation for county commissions when setting speed limits on county roads, and it specifies that speed limits on unpaved roads must be uniform for all types of motor vehicles.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the need for local authorities to consult with the Department of Transportation and school district officials when establishing or altering school zones. It also outlines the penalties for violations of the established speed limits, categorizing them as misdemeanor offenses. Overall, the revisions aim to enhance safety and provide clearer guidelines for speed limit regulations in Montana.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 61-8-310
SB0428_1(1): 61-8-310
SB0428_1(2): 61-8-310
SB0428_1(3): 61-8-310
SB0428_1(4): 61-8-310
SB0428_1(5): 61-8-310
SB0428_1(6): 61-8-310
SB0428_1(7): 61-8-310
SB0428_1: 61-8-310
SB0428_X(1): 61-8-310
SB0428_X(2): 61-8-310
SB0428_X(3): 61-8-310
SB0428_X(4): 61-8-310
SB0428_X(5): 61-8-310
SB0428_X(6): 61-8-310
SB0428_X(7): 61-8-310
SB0428_X(8): 61-8-310
SB0428_X: 61-8-310