The bill amends Section 50-60-115 of the Montana Code Annotated to revise the membership structure of the Building Codes Council. Specifically, it increases the number of council members from 12 to 13. The additional member is designated as a representative of the Montana State Fire Chiefs' Association, thereby enhancing the council's expertise and representation in fire safety matters.

In addition to the increase in membership, the bill maintains the existing qualifications for the other council members, which include professionals from various sectors of the construction industry, public health, and safety. The council's purpose remains to assist the department with the application, implementation, and interpretation of state building codes while ensuring collaboration with the construction industry and the public to promote efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and safety in building practices.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 50-60-115
HB0144_1(1): 50-60-115
HB0144_1(2): 50-60-115
HB0144_1(3): 50-60-115
HB0144_1(4): 50-60-115
HB0144_1(5): 50-60-115
HB0144_1(6): 50-60-115
HB0144_1: 50-60-115
HB0144_2: 50-60-115
HB0144_X(1): 50-60-115
HB0144_X(10): 50-60-115
HB0144_X(2): 50-60-115
HB0144_X(3): 50-60-115
HB0144_X(4): 50-60-115
HB0144_X(5): 50-60-115
HB0144_X(6): 50-60-115
HB0144_X(7): 50-60-115
HB0144_X(8): 50-60-115
HB0144_X(9): 50-60-115
HB0144_X: 50-60-115