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SB 257MONTANASession 2025State BillSigned into law
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Montana raises nonresident Smith River bonus point fee to $125

Original title: Generally revise Smith River permit laws

Last action · May 13, 2025: Chapter Number AssignedSponsor: Laura Smith

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What This Bill Does

Montana raises the fee for nonresident Smith River s from $50 to $125, effective immediately upon passage and approval.

Why it matters

Nonresident river users face an increased cost to enter the system for Smith River floating and camping permits, altering the amount contributed to the Smith River corridor enhancement account.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Nonresident floaters and campers

Pay an increased fee of $125 for Smith River bonus points.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a nonresident Smith River bonus point cost now?
The nonresident cost is raised to $125.
When does this fee change take effect?
The act is effective on passage and approval.

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Where This Stands

Current status: Signed into law.

Procedural history

39 actions
  1. May 13, 2025Senate
    Chapter Number Assigned
  2. May 8, 2025SenateEnrolled
    (S) Signed by Governor
  3. Apr 30, 2025Senate
    (S) Transmitted to Governor
  4. Apr 29, 2025House
    (H) Signed by Speaker
  5. Apr 23, 2025Senate
    (S) Signed by President
  6. Apr 18, 2025Senate
    (S) Returned from Enrolling
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  1. Apr 16, 2025Senate
    (S) Sent to Enrolling
  2. Apr 16, 2025House
    (H) 3rd Reading
  3. Apr 16, 2025House
    (H) Scheduled for 3rd Reading
  4. Apr 15, 2025House
    (H) 2nd Reading
  5. Apr 15, 2025House
    (H) Scheduled for 2nd Reading
  6. Apr 9, 2025HouseCommittee
    (H) Committee Report
  7. Apr 8, 2025HouseCommittee
    (H) Committee Executive Action
  8. Mar 17, 2025House
    (H) Hearing
  9. Feb 27, 2025House
    (H) 1st Reading
  10. Feb 27, 2025HouseCommittee
    (H) Referred to Committee
  11. Feb 26, 2025Senate
    (S) Transmitted to House
  12. Feb 26, 2025Senate
    (S) 3rd Reading
  13. Feb 26, 2025Senate
    (S) Scheduled for 3rd Reading
  14. Feb 25, 2025Senate
    (S) 2nd Reading
  15. Feb 25, 2025Senate
    (S) Scheduled for 2nd Reading
  16. Feb 14, 2025SenateCommittee
    (S) Committee Report
  17. Feb 13, 2025SenateCommittee
    (S) Committee Executive Action
  18. Feb 11, 2025Senate
    (S) Fiscal Note Requested
  19. Feb 11, 2025Senate
    (S) Fiscal Note Signed
  20. Feb 11, 2025Senate
    (S) Fiscal Note Received
  21. Feb 7, 2025Senate
    (S) Hearing
  22. Feb 5, 2025Senate
    (S) Fiscal Note Requested
  23. Feb 5, 2025SenateCommittee
    (S) Referred to Committee
  24. Feb 3, 2025Senate
    (S) 1st Reading
  25. Feb 3, 2025SenateIntroduced
    (S) Introduced
  26. Jan 30, 2025House
    (LC) Draft Delivered to Requester
  27. Jan 28, 2025House
    (LC) Draft Ready for Delivery
  28. Jan 27, 2025House
    (LC) Draft in Assembly
  29. Jan 27, 2025House
    (LC) Draft in Final Drafter Review
  30. Jan 27, 2025House
    (LC) Draft in Input/Proofing
  31. Jan 27, 2025House
    (LC) Draft in Edit
  32. Jan 27, 2025House
    (LC) Draft in Legal Review
  33. Nov 11, 2024House
    (LC) Drafter Assigned

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Sponsors

Laura SmithSenate · District 40DemocraticPrimary sponsor

Connected Entities

Laura Smith, Smith River corridor enhancement account, Smith River
PersonLaura Smith“Primary bill sponsor (Democrat, District 40)”Map →
OrganizationSmith River corridor enhancement account“State special revenue fund account for user fees and enhancement funds”Map →
locationSmith River“Waterway subject to floating, camping, and permit rules”Map →

Sources

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bills.legmt.gov

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  • Controversy10
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