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SB 105

Generally revise election laws related to electioneering at polling locations

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jonathan Windy Boy

SB 105 restricts electioneering conduct at Montana polling locations to regulate campaign activity and protect voter access during elections.

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Bill Summary · SB 105

Legislative bill overview

SB 105 revises Montana's election laws to regulate electioneering activities at polling locations. The bill establishes or modifies restrictions on campaign-related conduct within designated polling place zones to balance voter access with election integrity concerns.

Why is this important

Polling place conduct rules directly affect voters' experiences and perceptions of election fairness. Clear electioneering restrictions help prevent voter intimidation or undue influence, while overly broad rules risk suppressing legitimate political speech and voter engagement near voting sites.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition scope: How narrowly or broadly "electioneering" is defined—strict definitions may limit voter education while loose ones could allow disruptive conduct
  • Buffer zone enforcement: Questions about physical distance requirements from polling entrances and how they balance access with regulation
  • First Amendment tensions: Whether restrictions on political speech, signage, or candidate presence near polls withstand constitutional scrutiny
  • Partisan implementation: Concerns about unequal enforcement of rules that could disadvantage certain campaigns or voter groups

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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