MontanaHB 18169th Legislature, Regular Session (2025)House

Provide authority for patrol officers to make arrests on capitol complex

Sponsored By: Katie Zolnikov (Republican)

Signed by Governor

Law EnforcementCrimesCriminal ProcedureLegislatureState Government

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Montana patrol can arrest on Capitol grounds

Montana patrol officers can act as police on the Capitol Complex. They can arrest for any offense there and serve related arrest warrants. They already have this power on highways, rest areas, and state highway property next to highways. They also enforce offenses that involve motor vehicles or vehicle registration. The law takes effect on passage and approval.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Katie Zolnikov
Republican • House

Cosponsors

Bob Phalen
Republican • Senate
Sue Vinton
Republican • Senate

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 248 • No: 51

Senate vote • 2/19/2025

Do Concur

Yes: 44 • No: 5

Senate vote • 2/18/2025

Do Concur

Yes: 44 • No: 6

House vote • 1/23/2025

Do Pass

Yes: 80 • No: 20

House vote • 1/22/2025