This bill revises the distribution of funds for the remediation of abandoned metal mines in Montana, specifically by requiring a biennial transfer of $500,000 for maintenance and water treatment at the CR Kendall mine reclamation site. It also extends the state's contribution for cleanup, operation, and maintenance at the Libby Asbestos Superfund site. The bill amends existing laws, specifically Sections 75-10-704 and 75-10-743 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA), to facilitate these changes. Notably, it establishes that 50% of certain funds will be allocated to metal mine reclamation projects, while the other 50% will support the Libby asbestos site, with specific provisions for the CR Kendall site.

Additionally, the bill includes a termination date of June 30, 2038, for certain provisions, extending the timeline for funding and support for these environmental remediation efforts. The effective date for the bill is set for July 1, 2025. The amendments aim to enhance the state's ability to manage and remediate hazardous sites, ensuring that necessary funds are available for ongoing environmental protection and public health initiatives.

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