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MT HB819

Bill

Status

Passed

5/13/2025

Primary Sponsor

Braxton Mitchell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Restricts flags displayed on Montana government property (including state buildings, public schools, universities, and government vehicles) to an approved list: U.S. flag, Montana state flag, other state flags, tribal nation flags, foreign nation flags, military branch flags, historical flags (Betsy Ross, Gadsden), POW/MIA flag, school mascot banners, and law enforcement flags

  • Prohibits flags representing political viewpoints on state property, explicitly including flags related to political parties, race, sexual orientation, gender, or political ideology

  • Exempts personal clothing, jewelry, and accessories worn by government employees from the restrictions, unless specific uniform policies apply

  • Defines "government property" broadly to include buildings, grounds, vehicles, uniforms, and any property owned, leased, or controlled by state, county, municipal, or other government entities

  • Takes effect immediately upon passage and approval

Legislative Description

Revise laws relating to flag displays in and on state buildings and grounds

State Government

Last Action

Chapter Number Assigned

5/19/2025

Committee Referrals

State Administration3/19/2025
Judiciary2/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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