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MT HB772

Bill

Status

Failed

5/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Greg Overstreet

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires writs of mandamus to meet the criteria established in section 27-19-201 (preliminary injunction standards) before issuance, adding a new prerequisite to the application process
  • Changes the alternative writ to require all parties to appear before the court to address the merits of the writ, rather than simply requiring the respondent to "show cause" for noncompliance
  • Modifies the peremptory writ similarly, replacing "show cause" language with a requirement for all parties to appear and address the merits
  • Amends sections 27-26-201 and 27-26-203 of the Montana Code Annotated governing writ applications and writ form/content

Legislative Description

Revise writ of mandamus laws

Judges and Justices

Last Action

(H) Died in Process

5/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/26/2025

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