HB478

Generally revise laws relating to volunteer church security teams

Failed·5/20/25
Introduced Text

Montana HB478 revises laws to allow organizations to form volunteer security teams for public events.

Montana HB478 revises laws to allow organizations to form volunteer security teams for public events. These teams must have an emergency action plan and a security policy. Members must meet eligibility criteria, including being a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old, and possessing a permit to carry a concealed weapon or an active firearms certification. Members must also complete background checks, training, and pass an oral examination.

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Roll Call Votes

39 Yea

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59 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 19, 2025

8:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

May 20, 2025

House

(H) Died in Process

Mar 12, 2025

House

(H) Missed Deadline for General Bill Transmittal

Mar 5, 2025

House

(H) Taken from Committee; Placed on 2nd Reading (H) Judiciary