Bill
LC 2746
Overview: Bill Number: LC 2746, Title: Revise law related to control of space inside in the State Capitol, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: December 11, 2024Purpose
Overview: Bill Number: LC 2746, Title: Revise law related to control of space inside in the State Capitol, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: December 11, 2024
Purpose and Intent: The primary goal of this bill is to clarify and update the laws governing the use and management of the physical spaces within the Montana State Capitol building.
Key Provisions:
- Defines the authority of the Legislative Services Division to oversee and regulate the Capitol's interior spaces
- Establishes new guidelines for the allocation and use of offices, meeting rooms, and other facilities by legislators, state agencies, and the public
- Grants the Legislative Services Division the power to set policies for security, access, and event scheduling in the Capitol
- Requires the division to develop a comprehensive space management plan for the building
- Outlines procedures for resolving disputes over the use of Capitol spaces
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Legislators and their staff, who would be subject to new policies and procedures for accessing and using Capitol facilities
- State agencies and other organizations that conduct business in the Capitol building
- Members of the public who visit the Capitol for various purposes, such as protests, rallies, or tours
- The Legislative Services Division, which would take on expanded responsibilities for managing the Capitol's physical spaces
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
This bill is currently in the draft stage and has not been formally introduced in the legislature. If introduced, it would need to go through the standard legislative process, including committee hearings, floor debates, and votes in both chambers before potentially being signed into law by the governor.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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