Prohibit overnight camping on state highway right-of-way
Montana's Bill LC 2474 prohibits overnight camping (between dusk and dawn) and storing personal property on state highway right-of-way, including roads, shoulders, ditches, and adjacent areas. It directly affects individuals who camp or leave belongings unattended overnight on highways, with exceptions for emergencies, authorized workers, and designated rest areas (max 24 hours). Enforcement allows law enforcement to issue 72-hour removal notices, impose $50 civil fines for non-compliance, and dispose of unattended property after 120 hours' notice. The bill includes a $15,000 appropriation for implementation and defines key terms like "campsite" and "right-of-way" to clarify scope.
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Dec 2024
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Introduced Dec 8, 2024
Last action Mar 30, 2025
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