The bill amends Section 27-19-201 of the Montana Code Annotated to prohibit courts from using certain tests, specifically the sliding scale test and the serious questions test, when considering applications for preliminary injunctions or temporary restraining orders. The legislation emphasizes that any such applications must adhere strictly to the standards set forth by the United States Supreme Court, reflecting the legislative intent to align Montana's legal framework with federal precedent. The bill clarifies that courts must independently evaluate the four criteria for granting a preliminary injunction or temporary restraining order, without resorting to any flexible or modified approaches that deviate from the established federal standards.

Additionally, the bill includes an immediate effective date upon passage and approval, ensuring that the new provisions are implemented without delay. The changes aim to reinforce the consistency and predictability of legal standards in Montana, particularly in relation to injunctions, by eliminating the use of tests that may lead to varying interpretations and outcomes in court decisions.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 27-19-201
HB0409_1(1): 27-19-201
HB0409_1(2): 27-19-201
HB0409_1(3): 27-19-201
HB0409_1(4): 27-19-201
HB0409_1(5): 27-19-201
HB0409_1: 27-19-201
HB0409_2(1): 27-19-201
HB0409_2(2): 27-19-201
HB0409_2(3): 27-19-201
HB0409_2(4): 27-19-201
HB0409_2(5): 27-19-201
HB0409_2(6): 27-19-201
HB0409_2(7): 27-19-201
HB0409_2: 27-19-201