Rep. Lukas Schubert

Maddy summaryThis resolution from the Montana House of Representatives urges specific actions regarding Derek Chauvin, a former Minneapolis police officer. It calls on President Donald J. Trump to grant a full pardon for Chauvin's federal convictions and Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota to grant a full pardon for his state convictions. Additionally, the resolution urges the City of Minneapolis to demand the return of the $27 million settlement paid to George Floyd's family. Finally, it requests that Congress and the Minnesota Legislature initiate investigations into the handling of Derek Chauvin's prosecutions.

Maddy summaryHB 221 would require Montana municipalities to hold all elections for local officials in even-numbered years instead of odd years. It directly affects cities and towns currently scheduling local elections in odd years (like 2025 or 2027). The bill amends state election law to specify that municipal elections must occur during even-year general elections, with transition rules for current officeholders (e.g., one-year terms for those ending in 2026, special elections for terms ending in 2028/2030). This would eliminate odd-year local elections statewide and align them with state and federal election cycles.

Maddy summaryHB 839 proposes a new $500 income tax credit for certain long-time residents of the state. To qualify, a taxpayer must have resided in the state for the prior 10 years, defined as at least 7 months per year, and have an income less than $100,000. This credit is non-refundable and cannot be carried forward to other tax years. If enacted, it would apply to income tax years beginning after December 31, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 730 sought to revise state laws concerning the "best interest of a child" in parenting proceedings. The bill would have amended the factors courts consider when determining parenting plans, specifically for children who are transitioning genders. It stipulated that a parent's support for a child's gender transition "must be considered not in the child's best interests" and treated similarly to physical abuse. Conversely, a parent's opposition to a child's gender transition could not be considered as being against the child's best interests. This bill would have directly affected parents involved in child custody and parenting plan decisions.

Maddy summaryHouse Joint Resolution 22 is a legislative measure through which the Montana Senate and House of Representatives formally acknowledge the kingship of Jesus Christ over the world. The resolution also directs the Secretary of State to transmit copies of this acknowledgement to various federal, state, and tribal officials.

Maddy summaryHB 222 proposed creating a year-round open wolf hunting season in Montana. This season would have an unlimited quota, meaning there would be no limit on the number of wolves that could be hunted. The hunting season would continue until the statewide wolf population reached 600 or fewer, at which point it could be closed. The bill aimed to amend existing state law to mandate that the Fish, Wildlife & Parks Commission authorize this specific wolf hunting season.

Maddy summaryHB 645 requires individuals who gather signatures for statewide ballot issues in Montana to be both residents of Montana and registered Montana voters. It amends existing state law to mandate these qualifications for signature gatherers. Additionally, the bill updates the affidavit form that must be attached to each sheet of signatures, requiring the gatherer to swear they meet these residency and voter registration criteria.

Maddy summaryHB 754 aimed to revise laws related to child abuse and neglect. The bill would have prohibited using a parent's opposition to their child's gender transition as evidence or a factor in child abuse and neglect proceedings. Conversely, it mandated that a child transitioning gender with the support of a parent or guardian be considered in immediate danger, requiring their emergency removal from the home by child protection specialists. These changes would have directly affected children, parents, and child protection services.

Maddy summaryHB 383 aims to increase transparency in campaign finance reporting. It mandates that the state's electronic campaign reporting system provide a unique web address (URL) for every file, report, and search result it maintains. This provision would allow for direct linking and easier access to specific pieces of campaign finance data for the public.

Maddy summaryHB 755 sought to prohibit certain non-resident aliens and foreign entities from owning real property within the state. The bill defined "alien" as any person not a U.S. citizen or national and not a resident of the state, and "foreign entity" as one organized or principally based in a foreign country. If an affected individual or entity owned property, they would be required to divest within six months, after which the property could be sold at public auction. The Attorney General or county attorney would have been able to enforce these provisions, which were set to apply to property purchased on or after January 1, 2026.