Montana HJ14 clarifies that the judicial branch does not have exclusive authority to interpret the constitution and that its decisions are not.

Montana HJ14 addresses the misconception that the judicial branch has exclusive authority to interpret the constitution and that its decisions are binding on other branches. The resolution emphasizes that the 1803 case of Marbury v. Madison does not assert such exclusive power. It highlights that each branch of government has a coequal responsibility to interpret and maintain fidelity to the constitutions of the United States and Montana. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to various state officials and courts, underscoring the shared duty among branches.

Montana HJ14 clarifies that the judicial branch does not have exclusive authority to interpret the constitution and that its decisions are not.

Montana HJ14 addresses the misconception that the judicial branch has exclusive authority to interpret the constitution and that its decisions are binding on other branches. The resolution emphasizes that the 1803 case of Marbury v. Madison does not assert such exclusive power. It highlights that each branch of government has a coequal responsibility to interpret and maintain fidelity to the constitutions of the United States and Montana. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to various state officials and courts, underscoring the shared duty among branches.