Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct impact on environmental policy.
Risks
- No direct impact on environmental policy.
StateMontanaVetoed
SB 394: Provide for workers' compensation coverage of PTSD for first responders
Cora Neumann
SB 394 status: Vetoed — (S) Vetoed by Governor (updated Jun 9, 2025).
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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What this bill does
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Overall Score
65OUT OF 100
Score:65/100 civic fit
Risk:Moderate Risk
Impact:High Impact 75/100
Earlier scoring method. Reanalyze to use the sector calculation.
Constitutionality80%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion70%
Bill summary
The bill would significantly shift workers' compensation policy by creating a new presumptive or covered condition for all first responders statewide.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Mixed / Neutral
45%
Benefits
- Improved worker retention through better benefits.
Risks
- Potential increased fiscal burden on local government budgets.
- Increased insurance premium costs for municipalities.
Society
Positive outlook
75%
Benefits
- Expanded mental health support for first responders.
- Direct recognition of occupational PTSD.
Risks
- Implementation challenges in validating PTSD claims.
- Disputes over causation vs. pre-existing conditions.
Technology Industry
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Public Health & Safety
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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Source
OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
Information is limited or incomplete.
Analysis basis
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Source note
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Analysis scope
Analysis based on abstract only; specific evidentiary requirements for claims are unknown.
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Where it stands
Official record(S) Vetoed by Governor
- IntroducedComplete
- CommitteeComplete
- Chamber votesComplete
- Final agreementComplete
- GovernorUpcoming
- EnactedUpcoming
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