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MT HB245

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Edward Buttrey

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the June 30, 2025 termination date for the Montana HELP Act workforce development program, allowing it to continue indefinitely
  • Eliminates the requirement for the department to contract with private nonprofit or for-profit entities to provide workforce development services
  • Requires the department to directly contact participants subject to community engagement requirements and provide workforce development services based on assessment results
  • Removes the previous emphasis on training specifically in health care and entry-level cybersecurity certification programs
  • Section 1 amendments take effect October 1, 2025; remaining provisions effective upon passage and approval

Legislative Description

Revise the Montana HELP Act workforce development provisions and termination date

Appropriations

Last Action

(H) Signed by Governor

3/27/2025

Committee Referrals

Finance and Claims2/20/2025
Public Health, Welfare, and Safety2/13/2025
Human Services1/17/2025

Full Bill Text

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