The bill amends Section 13-1-112 of the Montana Code Annotated to clarify the rules for determining residency, particularly for individuals who are temporary residents. Key changes include the replacement of the term "a residence" with "residency" and the addition of language specifying that individuals who relocate to a county or the state of Montana for temporary purposes—such as temporary work, training, or educational programs—do not gain residency unless they intend to make that location their permanent home after the conclusion of their temporary activities.

Additionally, the bill reinforces that individuals do not lose their residence status if they temporarily leave the state with the intention of returning, unless they exercise their voting rights in another state. The bill is designed to ensure that residency determinations are clear and consistent, particularly for those in transient situations, and it takes effect immediately upon passage and approval.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 13-1-112
HB0413_1(1): 13-1-112
HB0413_1(2): 13-1-112
HB0413_1(3): 13-1-112
HB0413_1(4): 13-1-112
HB0413_1(5): 13-1-112
HB0413_1(6): 13-1-112
HB0413_1: 13-1-112
HB0413_X(1): 13-1-112
HB0413_X(2): 13-1-112
HB0413_X(3): 13-1-112
HB0413_X(4): 13-1-112
HB0413_X(5): 13-1-112
HB0413_X: 13-1-112