This bill amends Section 40-6-701 of the Montana Code Annotated to clarify the circumstances under which a government entity may make audio or video recordings of a child without obtaining parental consent. The bill establishes that such recordings can be made during events that are open to the public, which includes public performances, athletic competitions, and any related preparations or rehearsals. This addition aims to balance the rights of parents with the operational needs of government entities in public settings.

Additionally, the bill retains the existing protections for parental rights, emphasizing that government entities cannot interfere with a parent's fundamental rights regarding their child's upbringing, education, and health care unless they can demonstrate a compelling governmental interest. The language also specifies that consent is required for various actions involving a child, such as biometric scans and the creation of blood or DNA records, unless exceptions apply, including the newly added provision for public events.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 40-6-701
HB0032_1(1): 40-6-701
HB0032_1(2): 40-6-701
HB0032_1(3): 40-6-701
HB0032_1(4): 40-6-701
HB0032_1(5): 40-6-701
HB0032_1(6): 40-6-701
HB0032_1(7): 40-6-701
HB0032_1(8): 40-6-701
HB0032_1: 40-6-701
HB0032_2(1): 40-6-701
HB0032_2(2): 40-6-701
HB0032_2(3): 40-6-701
HB0032_2(4): 40-6-701
HB0032_2(5): 40-6-701
HB0032_2(6): 40-6-701
HB0032_2: 40-6-701
HB0032_X(1): 40-6-701
HB0032_X(2): 40-6-701
HB0032_X(3): 40-6-701
HB0032_X(4): 40-6-701
HB0032_X(5): 40-6-701
HB0032_X(6): 40-6-701
HB0032_X(7): 40-6-701
HB0032_X(8): 40-6-701
HB0032_X: 40-6-701