About the Legislature

Organization

As established by the 1972 Montana Constitution, the Legislature consists of a Senate and a House of Representatives. Sessions take place every odd-numbered year and last for a maximum of 90 legislative days.

The Legislature has been called into Special Session to deal with specified problems.

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Legislative Leadership and Rules

In November 2006, legislators caucused in political party groups to choose leaders for the 60th legislature. The Legislature is using the 2007 session rules that were adopted January 2007.

2007 Committee Chair Manual

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Information for Citizens

Citizens can determine who represents them through the Legislative District Map. A chart outlining "How a Bill Becomes Law" is also available to assist in understanding the legislative process.

TVMT: Uniting People and Government through the Power of Television

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The Interim

The 60th session of the Montana Legislature adjourned April 27, 2007. The time before the 2009 session is known as the "interim," a period during which legislative committees have time for in-depth investigation and analysis of issues.

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Office Locations

Legislative Services and Legislative Fiscal Divisions' staff (for the most part) may be found at the east end of the first floor of the Capitol (Room 110) and in the basement. The Legislative Audit Division, Financial Services, and Legislative Environmental Policy Office are located at the west end of the first floor. House of Representatives and Senate main offices are on the third floor. Individual legislators have offices throughout the Capitol.


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