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Representative proposes constitutional amendment to empower civil suits against child exploitation and related racketeering
Summary
Rep. Tom Mallett introduced HB921, a proposed constitutional amendment that would prohibit distribution/receipt of child sexual exploitation and allow private civil suits to enjoin ongoing exploitation or federal racketeering activity; proponents framed it as an additional tool to stop harm while criminal investigations proceed, while members questioned scope and federal linkage.
Representative Tom Mallett opened debate on House Bill 921, a proposed amendment to the Montana Constitution that would (1) affirm there is no right to distribute or receive child sexual exploitation in Montana, (2) empower state and local governments to outlaw and punish such conduct, and (3) create a private right of action allowing any person to sue to enjoin individuals or entities engaged in distribution of child sexual exploitation or certain racketeering…
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