This bill aims to revise education laws in Montana by establishing a legislative goal for public elementary and secondary schools to include instruction on the prevention and avoidance of child sex trafficking and human trafficking. Specifically, it amends Section 20-1-102 to add a new goal that supports instruction on these critical issues, alongside existing educational objectives. The bill also modifies Section 20-7-1316, mandating the Office of Public Instruction to actively engage in educating Montanans about child sex trafficking and human trafficking, rather than merely encouraging such activities.

The bill outlines specific activities that the Office of Public Instruction must undertake, including reviewing best practices for prevention, providing educational resources to parents and community members, coordinating with law enforcement and health services, and supporting school districts in developing policies and curricula related to trafficking awareness and prevention. The effective date for this legislation is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 20-1-102, 20-7-1316
SB0107_1(1): 20-1-102, 20-7-1316
SB0107_1(10): 20-1-102, 20-7-1316
SB0107_1(2): 20-1-102, 20-7-1316
SB0107_1(3): 20-1-102, 20-7-1316
SB0107_1(4): 20-1-102, 20-7-1316
SB0107_1(5): 20-1-102, 20-7-1316
SB0107_1(6): 20-1-102, 20-7-1316
SB0107_1(7): 20-1-102, 20-7-1316
SB0107_1(8): 20-1-102, 20-7-1316
SB0107_1(9): 20-1-102, 20-7-1316
SB0107_1: 20-1-102, 20-7-1316
SB0107_X: 20-1-102, 20-7-1316