The bill establishes a Montana correctional education program within the Department of Corrections, aimed at providing inmates with educational opportunities, including high school equivalency diplomas and adult basic education. It outlines specific qualifications for instructors of these programs, which include being at least 18 years old, possessing good moral character, and having certain educational credentials such as an associate or bachelor's degree, a teaching certificate from another state, or relevant teaching experience. Notably, the bill specifies that the Department of Corrections cannot mandate that instructors hold a Montana teacher or specialist certificate.

Additionally, the bill grants the Department of Corrections the authority to adopt policies to determine inmate eligibility for participation in the education program. The provisions of this act are intended to be codified as part of Title 53, chapter 30, part 1, and the act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.