This bill revises the distribution of funds for the remediation of abandoned metal mines in Montana, specifically addressing the CR Kendall mine reclamation site and the Libby asbestos Superfund site. It mandates a biennial transfer of $500,000 for maintenance and water treatment at the CR Kendall mine reclamation site, which must be completed before any funds are allocated for metal mine reclamation projects. Additionally, the bill extends the state's contribution for cleanup, operation, and maintenance at the Libby asbestos Superfund site, ensuring that 50% of the funds in the environmental quality protection fund are dedicated to this purpose.

The bill also amends existing legal provisions regarding the orphan share state special revenue account, allowing for the transfer of $1.2 million annually to a long-term water treatment trust fund after certain conditions are met. It establishes a framework for the reimbursement of claims related to remedial actions and outlines the department's authority to use the orphan share account for immediate remedial actions when no liable parties are available. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and will terminate on June 30, 2038.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 75-10-704, 75-10-743
HB0058_1(1): 75-10-704, 75-10-743
HB0058_1(2): 75-10-704, 75-10-743
HB0058_1(3): 75-10-704, 75-10-743
HB0058_1(4): 75-10-704, 75-10-743
HB0058_1(5): 75-10-704, 75-10-743
HB0058_1(6): 75-10-704, 75-10-743
HB0058_1(7): 75-10-704, 75-10-743
HB0058_1: 75-10-704, 75-10-743
HB0058_2: 75-10-704, 75-10-743
HB0058_X(1): 75-10-704, 75-10-743
HB0058_X(2): 75-10-704, 75-10-743
HB0058_X(3): 75-10-704, 75-10-743
HB0058_X(4): 75-10-704, 75-10-743
HB0058_X(5): 75-10-704, 75-10-743
HB0058_X: 75-10-704, 75-10-743