The bill establishes a "Missing Indigenous Persons Task Force Account" within the state special revenue fund, which will be administered by the Department of Justice. This account will receive funds from various lawful sources, including gifts and grants, and the money deposited must be used in accordance with existing laws related to missing indigenous persons. The funds will be subject to audits as mandated by the Legislative Audit Act, and any interest or unspent funds will remain in the account for future use.
Additionally, the bill appropriates $1 from the newly created account to the Department of Justice for the biennium starting July 1, 2025, for purposes outlined in existing legislation. The act will be effective on July 1, 2025, and will terminate on June 30, 2033. The Secretary of State is tasked with notifying all federally recognized tribal governments in Montana about the enactment of this legislation.