Montana Bill to Help Block Federal Militarization of Police Signed into Law
HELENA, Mont. (Apr. 23, 2015) – A bill that would heavily diminish the effect of federal programs that militarize local police was signed into law today. Introduced by Rep. Nicholas Schwaderer (R-Superior), House Bill 330 (HB330) bans state or local law enforcement...
To the Governor’s Desk: Montana Legislature Passes Bill to Limit Federal Militarization of Police
HELENA, Mont. (Apr. 8, 2015) – A bill that would heavily diminish the effect of federal surplus equipment programs that militarize local police was given final approval by the Montana House today. The vote was 79-20. Introduced by Rep. Nicholas Schwaderer...