Senate Bill No. introduced by B. Beard proposes to revise the grace period for vehicle titling and the expiration date for temporary registration permits. Specifically, the bill amends several sections of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to extend the grace period for titling from 40 days to 60 days. This change applies to the time frame within which a new owner must apply for a certificate of title after acquiring a motor vehicle, trailer, or similar equipment. Additionally, the expiration period for temporary registration permits is also extended from 40 days to 60 days, allowing owners more time to complete the necessary registration processes.

The bill amends Sections 61-3-218, 61-3-220, 61-3-317, and 61-3-431 of the MCA, reflecting these changes. The amendments include the insertion of "60-day" in place of "40-day" in multiple instances, ensuring consistency across the relevant sections regarding the new time frames for titling and registration. This legislative change aims to provide vehicle owners with additional time to comply with registration requirements, potentially reducing penalties associated with late applications.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 61-3-218, 61-3-220, 61-3-317, 61-3-431
SB0028_1(1): 61-3-218, 61-3-220, 61-3-317, 61-3-431
SB0028_1(2): 61-3-218, 61-3-220, 61-3-317, 61-3-431
SB0028_1(3): 61-3-218, 61-3-220, 61-3-317, 61-3-431
SB0028_1(4): 61-3-218, 61-3-220, 61-3-317, 61-3-431
SB0028_1(5): 61-3-218, 61-3-220, 61-3-317, 61-3-431
SB0028_1: 61-3-218, 61-3-220, 61-3-317, 61-3-431