House Bill No. [insert bill number] aims to establish a Montana Rail Inspection Program, which includes the creation of a Montana Rail Inspection Special Revenue Account. The bill mandates that eight percent of taxes collected from railroad car company property be deposited into this account, which will be used exclusively for the development, operation, and improvement of the rail inspection program. The bill also outlines the requirement for the commission to report biennially on rail inspection safety and allows for the adoption of rules to implement the program.

Additionally, the bill amends existing laws to enhance the commission's authority in supervising and inspecting railroads. It specifies that the commission shall develop and operate the Montana rail inspection program, which will include hiring various inspectors to ensure compliance with safety regulations. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and includes provisions for statutory appropriations to facilitate the program's funding and operation.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 15-23-215, 17-7-502, 69-14-111
HB0103_1(1): 15-23-215, 17-7-502, 69-14-111
HB0103_1(2): 15-23-215, 17-7-502, 69-14-111
HB0103_1(3): 15-23-215, 17-7-502, 69-14-111
HB0103_1: 15-23-215, 17-7-502, 69-14-111