The following 23-step description provides a narrative detail of how a bill becomes law in the Montana legislature. Bill is filed for introduction with Secretary of Senate or Chief Clerk of House. Bill's title is posted, and bill is ordered printed on white paper. Step 3 . Bill is referred to proper committee by Senate President or House Speaker.
Referral is posted.
Step 4 . Committee holds public hearing on bill, then discusses it. May vote to amend bill. Step 5 . Step 6 .