Environment
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
StateMontanaIntroduced
SB 424: Revising the disabled veteran property tax assistance program
Ellie Boldman
SB 424 status: Introduced — (S) Veto Override (updated Jul 14, 2025).
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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What this bill does
Official summary alongside an AI-generated read on where it stands and why.
Overall Score
60OUT OF 100
Score:60/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 45/100
Constitutionality80%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion80%
Bill summary
What changes
The legislation modifies the existing property tax assistance program specifically designed for disabled veterans.
Who is affected
Disabled veterans residing in Montana, local tax authorities, and state revenue departments.
Requirements and enforcement
Applicants must meet state-defined criteria for disabled veteran status to access property tax relief.
Costs and funding
Impacts on state revenue depend on the scope of the updated eligibility rules and program utilization.
When it takes effect
The bill is currently undergoing a veto override process in the 2025 legislative session.
Potential benefits
Provides direct financial support for veterans living with disabilities, potentially reducing the financial strain of property ownership.
Risks and tradeoffs
Details on the fiscal impact, specific changes to eligibility, and administrative implementation are not provided in the abstract.
What is still unknown
Exact qualification requirements, the specific size of the fiscal impact, and the timeline for implementation following the veto override.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Positive outlook
60%
Benefits
- Reduces tax burden on qualifying disabled veterans
- Provides financial relief for veteran households
- Potential for increased disposable income for recipients
Risks
- Uncertain impact on state and local tax revenue
- Potential administrative costs to implement updates
- Eligibility criteria may create inequitable financial access
Society
Positive outlook
70%
Benefits
- Directly supports disabled veterans in their community
- Enhances quality of life for veteran senior citizens
- Promotes social support for those with service-related disabilities
Risks
- Excludes veterans who do not meet specific disability thresholds
- Dependence on program funding may create vulnerability if modified
- Eligibility application processes can be burdensome
Technology Industry
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Civic Accountability
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- Legislative veto override demonstrates active oversight
- Updates clarify the state’s stance on veteran assistance
- Demonstrates responsiveness to constituent veteran advocacy
Risks
- Limited information on program transparency in current source
- Lack of detailed reporting requirements identified
- Ambiguity regarding implementation monitoring
Public Health & Safety
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
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Source
OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
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Analysis basis
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- GovernorUpcoming
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