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Committee hears bill to shorten construction statute of repose from 10 to 6 years
Summary
Sen. Greg Hertz said SB143 would reduce Montana’s statute of repose for construction defects from 10 to 6 years to lower litigation risk and housing costs; proponents including Shelter Whitefish and NFIB supported the change while trial lawyers urged caution about applicability and notice periods.
Sen. Greg Hertz told the House Judiciary committee that Senate Bill 143 would change Montana's construction statute of repose from 10 years to 6 years after project completion, arguing the longer window raises litigation risk, insurance costs and housing prices.
"That is significantly higher than other states," Hertz said, adding that reducing the window should help lower construction and insurance costs for multifamily and missing‑middle…
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