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 specific circumstances under which an individual may not gain residency in Montana. These circumstances include relocating for temporary work, training, or educational programs without the intention of making Montana their permanent home. The bill emphasizes that individuals who move to Montana for such temporary purposes do not acquire residency in the state.

Additionally, the bill maintains that individuals do not lose their residence if they temporarily leave for another state or district with the intention of returning, unless they exercise their voting rights in that other location. The effective date of the bill is immediate upon passage and approval. Overall, the revisions aim to provide clearer guidelines regarding residency status for voting and election purposes, particularly for those who are in Montana temporarily.

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