SB185

Constitutional amendment regarding qualified elector to require that only a citizen can vote

Failed·5/23/25

Montana SB185 proposes a constitutional amendment to restrict voting eligibility to U.S. citizens.

Montana SB185 proposes an amendment to the Montana Constitution to redefine who qualifies as an elector. The amendment would specify that only U.S. citizens aged 18 or older, who meet registration and residency requirements, can vote. The bill requires a two-thirds majority vote in the legislature for passage and will be presented to voters in the 2026 general election if approved.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

58 Yea

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40 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 21, 2025

10:00 AM

House State Administration Hearing

Feb 14, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate State Administration Hearing

History

May 23, 2025

Senate

(S) Died in Process

Apr 18, 2025

House

(H) Scheduled for 3rd Reading

Apr 18, 2025

House

(H) 3rd Reading Failed; 2nd House Vote Required