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MT HB122
Bill
Status
Passed
5/1/2025
Primary Sponsor
Larry Brewster
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AI Summary
- Adds natural gas pipelines to the list of utilities authorized to use public rights-of-way along roads, streets, and highways in Montana
- Expands existing right-of-way authority that previously covered only telegraph, telephone, electric light, and electric power lines
- Authorizes natural gas corporations and pipeline operators to install plants, appliances, and fixtures (including posts, piers, and abutments) necessary for service
- Requires all utility lines and pipelines to be constructed so as not to inconvenience or endanger public use of roadways
- Preserves city and town council authority to regulate utilities within their jurisdictions
Legislative Description
Revise right-of-way laws
Energy
Last Action
Chapter Number Assigned
5/5/2025
Committee Referrals
Energy, Technology & Federal Relations2/18/2025
Energy, Telecommunications, and Federal Relations1/7/2025
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