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MT SB185
Bill
Status
Failed
5/23/2025
Primary Sponsor
Theresa Manzella
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AI Summary
- Amends Article IV, Section 2 of the Montana Constitution to change voter qualification language from "Any citizen" to "Only a citizen" of the United States who is 18 or older
- Requires passage by two-thirds affirmative roll call vote of all legislative members under Article XIV, Section 8 of the Montana Constitution
- Scheduled for submission to Montana voters at the November 2026 general election as a constitutional amendment ballot measure
- Amendment becomes effective upon approval by the electorate
- Retains existing disqualifications for persons serving felony sentences in penal institutions or those determined by a court to be of unsound mind
Legislative Description
Constitutional amendment regarding qualified elector to require that only a citizen can vote
Elections
Last Action
(S) Died in Process
5/23/2025
Committee Referrals
State Administration3/5/2025
State Administration1/22/2025
Full Bill Text
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