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MT HB613

Bill

Status

Failed

5/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Bill Mercer

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Public libraries receiving state aid must provide 1:1 matching funds in cash, not in-kind contributions
  • Matching funds must come from local or tribal governments, not from other state or federal money
  • Libraries must obtain certification from a responsible official confirming compliance with matching fund requirements
  • State aid to public libraries continues to be calculated at 50 cents per capita based on the most recent U.S. Census
  • Effective date is July 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Revise laws related to state aid to public libraries

Appropriations

Last Action

(H) Died in Process

5/20/2025

Committee Referrals

State Administration2/21/2025

Full Bill Text

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