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MT SB105
Bill
Status
Passed
5/1/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jonathan Windy Boy
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AI Summary
- Extends electioneering restrictions from election day only to the entire period when absentee ballots are available until all voting is completed
- Expands the definition of restricted locations from traditional polling places to any location where an elector may obtain or vote a ballot
- Prohibits candidates, their family members, and campaign workers from distributing alcohol, tobacco, food, drink, or anything of value to voters within 100 feet of ballot locations during operating hours
- Bans buying, selling, giving, wearing, or displaying campaign badges, buttons, or insignia at any ballot location during voting hours
- Requires the Secretary of State to notify each federally recognized tribal government in Montana; effective July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Generally revise election laws related to electioneering at polling locations
Elections
Last Action
Chapter Number Assigned
5/5/2025
Committee Referrals
State Administration2/27/2025
State Administration1/14/2025
Full Bill Text
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