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Committee hears bill to codify amusement-ride safety standards in Montana
Summary
Senate Bill 110 would adopt ASTM technical standards, define qualified inspectors and serious injury, require daily pre‑opening checks and minimum liability insurance for fixed-site amusement rides. Proponents said the changes align Montana with most states; opponents urged higher insurance minimums and access to inspection reports.
Senators in the Senate Business, Labor and Economic Affairs Committee heard testimony on Senate Bill 110, a proposal to add explicit ride‑safety language into state code and to require routine inspections and minimum liability coverage for fixed-site amusement rides. Sponsor Senator McCamey opened the hearing, saying the measure is intended to improve safety for guests and employees at parks and other fixed‑site attractions.
Amy Grimales, representing IAAPA (the Global Association of the Attractions Industry), told the committee the bill would align Montana law with ASTM International standards and with other states that have enacted similar language. Grimales said the bill adds definitions for a “qualified inspector,” defines “serious injury or…
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