SB388

Authorize recording of conversation with public official or employee performing an official duty

Failed·5/23/25
Introduced Text

Montana SB388 would allow recording conversations with public officials or employees during official duties.

Montana SB388 revises the offense of violating privacy in communications by providing an exception for recording conversations with elected or appointed public officials or public employees performing their official duties. The bill specifies that this exception applies to law enforcement, criminal or news reporting, legal proceedings, medical treatment, and disclosures concerning historic, artistic, scientific, or educational materials. The bill also outlines penalties for violations of privacy in communications.

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Roll Call Votes

3 Yea

RRR

5 Nay

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Calendar

Feb 28, 2025

7:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

May 23, 2025

Senate

(S) Died in Process

Mar 12, 2025

Senate

(S) Missed Deadline for General Bill Transmittal

Feb 28, 2025

Senate

(S) Tabled in Committee (S) Judiciary