MT HB254

Eliminates the requirement for professional employer organization (PEO) applicants and controlling persons to submit fingerprints for criminal background checks through the Montana Department of Justice and FBI

Removes the "good moral character" standard that previously required applicants to demonstrate honesty, trustworthiness, fairness, and respect for laws as a condition of licensure

Removes the provision allowing license denial based on criminal conviction history and the rehabilitation review process under section 37-1-203

Retains existing application fees of $750 for unrestricted licenses and $500 for restricted licenses, along with financial requirements including $50,000 minimum net worth

Maintains requirements for applicants to provide business information, trade names, ownership details, and 5-year operating history to the department