2-1-315. Tribal regalia and objects of cultural significance -- allowed at public events. (1) The purpose of this section is to help further the state's recognition of the distinct and unique cultural heritage of the American Indians and the state's commitment to preserving the American Indians' cultural integrity as provided in Article X, section 1(2), of the Montana constitution.
(2) A state agency or a local government may not prohibit an individual from wearing traditional tribal regalia or objects of cultural significance at a public event.
(3) For purposes of this section, the following definitions apply:
(a) "Individual" means a human being regardless of age.
(b) "Local government" has the meaning provided in 2-2-102.
(c) "Public event" means an event held or sponsored by a state agency or a local government, including but not limited to an award ceremony, a graduation ceremony, or a public meeting.
(d) "State agency" has the meaning provided in 1-2-116.
History: En. Sec. 1, Ch. 229, L. 2017.
Structure Montana Code Annotated
Title 2. Government Structure and Administration
Chapter 1. Sovereignty and Jurisdiction
Part 3. Jurisdiction on Indian Lands and Indian Culture
2-1-301. Assumption of criminal jurisdiction of Flathead Indian country -- county reimbursement
2-1-303. Date of assumption of jurisdiction -- application of state law in Indian country
2-1-304. Rights, privileges, and immunities reserved to Indians
2-1-305. Indian culture protected
2-1-306. Withdrawal of consent to state jurisdiction
2-1-308. through 2-1-314 reserved
2-1-315. Tribal regalia and objects of cultural significance -- allowed at public events