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Bill would create optional training on Montana tribal nations for legislators
Summary
Sen. Shane Morigeau proposed Senate Bill 311 to provide optional training about Montana tribal nations, sovereignty and intergovernmental relations; tribes, advocacy groups and policy organizations testified in support while fiscal impacts were narrowed by amendment.
Sen. Shane Morigeau told the House State Administration Committee Senate Bill 311 would establish an optional training program and updated handbook sections to give Montana legislators better background on tribal nations, federal Indian law and government-to-government relationships.
"This is intended to just have the committee work with the state tribal relations director and staff to put together an optional training for legislators," Sen. Morigeau said, emphasizing the program would not be mandatory but would…
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