This bill amends Section 85-15-107 of the Montana Code Annotated to revise the exemptions from the Dam Safety Act. Specifically, it introduces a new exemption for dams used for public sewage systems and public sewage disposal systems, stating that the provisions of sections 85-15-108 through 85-15-110, 85-15-209 through 85-15-216, 85-15-401, 85-15-502, and 85-15-503 do not apply to these types of dams. This exemption is regulated by the Department of Environmental Quality under Title 75, chapter 6, part 1, and Title 76, chapter 4, part 1.

The bill aims to clarify the regulatory framework surrounding dam safety by explicitly excluding public sewage-related dams from the requirements of the Dam Safety Act, thereby potentially easing the regulatory burden on these facilities. This change reflects a recognition of the unique nature of public sewage systems and their operational requirements.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 85-15-107
HB0048_1(1): 85-15-107
HB0048_1(2): 85-15-107
HB0048_1(3): 85-15-107
HB0048_1(4): 85-15-107
HB0048_1(5): 85-15-107
HB0048_1(6): 85-15-107
HB0048_1(7): 85-15-107
HB0048_1: 85-15-107
HB0048_2: 85-15-107
HB0048_X(1): 85-15-107
HB0048_X(2): 85-15-107
HB0048_X(3): 85-15-107
HB0048_X(4): 85-15-107
HB0048_X(5): 85-15-107
HB0048_X: 85-15-107