MontanaSB 49569th Legislature, Regular Session (2025)SenateWALLET

Eliminate the tobacco prevention advisory board

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

More CHIP support from tobacco funds

The law puts 17% of each year’s tobacco settlement money into a special account. The money is used only to match federal Children’s Health Insurance Program funds, to draw the maximum amount. This applies to money received after June 30, 2003. This helps secure CHIP coverage for eligible children in Montana.

More funding for tobacco prevention programs

The law sets aside 32% of each year’s tobacco settlement money for statewide tobacco prevention. This applies to money received after June 30, 2003. DPHHS runs these programs and must set rules that consider CDC best practices. The state can contract with private groups to deliver services that stop youth use and help adults quit.

Advisory board ended and spending rules

The law removes the Tobacco Prevention Advisory Board from state law. Lawmakers must approve spending from the tobacco settlement accounts for the programs named in the law. Money not appropriated within two years after deposit moves to the trust fund. These rules tighten control and can reduce program dollars if the Legislature does not act in time.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Greg Hertz
Republican • Senate

Cosponsors

Courtenay Sprunger
Republican • House
Josh Kassmier
Republican • Senate

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 270 • No: 26

Senate vote • 4/1/2025

Do Concur

Yes: 93 • No: 6

Senate vote • 3/31/2025

Do Concur

Yes: 94 • No: 5

Senate vote • 3/6/2025

Do Pass

Yes: 44 • No: 5