House Bill No. [insert bill number] aims to prohibit the fluoridation of public water supply systems in Montana. The bill amends existing laws, specifically Section 75-6-112 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA), to include a new provision that explicitly forbids the introduction of fluoride into public water supply systems. This addition is marked as introduce fluoride to a public water supply system; and replaces the previous item (3) in the list of prohibited acts. Furthermore, the bill also amends Section 76-4-104, MCA, to reference the new prohibition on fluoride in its rules for administration and enforcement, specifically adding and 75-6-112(3). The bill reflects a significant shift in public health policy regarding water fluoridation, which has been a topic of debate due to its potential health impacts. By prohibiting fluoride in public water supplies, the bill aligns with the views of those who argue against its use, citing concerns over health risks and individual choice. The amendments to the existing laws ensure that the prohibition is formally integrated into the regulatory framework governing public water systems in Montana.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 75-6-112, 76-4-104
HB0498_1(1): 75-6-112, 76-4-104
HB0498_1(10): 75-6-112, 76-4-104
HB0498_1(11): 75-6-112, 76-4-104
HB0498_1(2): 75-6-112, 76-4-104
HB0498_1(3): 75-6-112, 76-4-104
HB0498_1(4): 75-6-112, 76-4-104
HB0498_1(5): 75-6-112, 76-4-104
HB0498_1(6): 75-6-112, 76-4-104
HB0498_1(7): 75-6-112, 76-4-104
HB0498_1(8): 75-6-112, 76-4-104
HB0498_1(9): 75-6-112, 76-4-104
HB0498_1: 75-6-112, 76-4-104