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Committee reviews proposal to display Chief Earl Old Person bust in Capitol rotunda
Summary
The committee reviewed a proposal to display a bust of Chief Earl Old Person in the Capitol rotunda; staff outlined placement considerations and one public commenter offered remarks in support.
Sen. Susan Webber introduced a proposal to display a bust of Chief Earl Old Person in the Montana State Capitol rotunda and referenced supporting materials submitted as Exhibit 4. Casey Pallister, lead legislative staff, reviewed the exhibit and discussed logistical considerations for placement and protocol.
During public comment, Jonnalea Tatsey– St. Goddard, representing the Montana Electric Cooperative Association, spoke to the committee. Committee members (including Sen. Jonathan Windy Boy and Presiding Officer Tyson Running Wolf) asked staff about curation, display procedures and any required approvals.
The committee discussed next steps for coordination with the Montana Historical Society and with tribal representatives to determine appropriate placement and interpretive signage. No formal vote was recorded on the item during the meeting.
