MT SB379

Defines "consultation" as a formal, direct, interactive, and timely process for state agencies to seek tribal government views on proposed actions affecting tribal interests

Requires the executive branch to develop a written consultation policy by July 1, 2026, in coordination with each federally recognized tribe, with annual updates

Allows state agencies to designate a tribal liaison to assist with policy development, serve as tribal contact, and coordinate employee training on government-to-government relations

Assigns the Governor's Director of Indian Affairs to carry out tribal liaison functions for agencies without a designated liaison, subject to appropriations availability

Establishes quarterly reporting to the Interim Budget Committee and Legislative Finance Committee on the act's implementation, with annual reports from agencies to the governor due August 15