The bill aims to revise the state-level Strengthening Career and Technical Student Organizations Program by updating the allocation of funding between various career and technical student organizations. It introduces new purposes for the distributed funds, ensuring that they are utilized effectively to support the growth and development of these organizations. Additionally, the bill establishes new reporting requirements to enhance accountability and transparency regarding the use of allocated funds.

Furthermore, the bill includes an appropriation to support the revised program and amends Section 20-7-320 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to reflect these changes. The proposed amendments are designed to strengthen the overall framework of career and technical education in the state, ultimately benefiting students and their organizations. The bill will take effect upon passage, ensuring timely implementation of the new provisions.

Statutes affected:
HB0382_1.pdf: 20-7-320
HB0382_2.pdf: 20-7-320
HB0382_3.pdf: 20-7-320
HB0382_4.pdf: 20-7-320
HB0382_5.pdf: 20-7-320
Amended: 20-7-320
Introduced: 20-7-320