Montana Public Records Law

= Short Description =

Who is covered?
Governor: Covered

Legislature: Covered

Courts: Covered

Advisory Committees: Unclear, but covered under constitution

What is the process like?
Any person may request records, based on constitutional language, although state code says "citizens" may make requests. Requests are to be submitted directly to the custodian of the requested records, and can be oral or written. There is no specified time frame for a response. No fees are specified, but are likely limited to reasonable costs associated with actual copying of documents (usually 10 cents per page), other materials necessary, or staff time used at $8.50 per hour.

Most recent changes?
= Legislation =

The following are bills introduced in 2011:

= Articles, Blog Posts, etc =
 * Montana uses cost to clamp down on transparency - Sunlight Foundation, May 20, 2011