House Bill No. [insert bill number] aims to prohibit employers from requiring employees to attend training sessions that promote what is defined as "controversial social vision." The bill provides a specific definition for "controversial social vision," describing it as any agenda, concept, or theory that is not widely accepted in society and generates significant opposition from mainstream political, religious, or social groups. The bill amends several sections of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA), including 13-1-116, 49-2-101, and 49-2-303, to incorporate this new definition and to clarify the implications for employment practices.

In Section 49-2-303, the bill explicitly states that it is unlawful for an employer to discriminate against an employee for refusing to attend training that promotes a controversial social vision. This addition aims to protect employees from being penalized for opting out of such training, thereby reinforcing their rights in the workplace. The bill reflects a growing concern over the imposition of specific ideological training in professional settings and seeks to establish clear boundaries regarding employer expectations in this area.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 13-1-116, 49-2-101, 49-2-303
HB0319_1(1): 13-1-116, 49-2-101, 49-2-303
HB0319_1(2): 13-1-116, 49-2-101, 49-2-303
HB0319_1(3): 13-1-116, 49-2-101, 49-2-303
HB0319_1(4): 13-1-116, 49-2-101, 49-2-303
HB0319_1(5): 13-1-116, 49-2-101, 49-2-303
HB0319_1(6): 13-1-116, 49-2-101, 49-2-303
HB0319_1: 13-1-116, 49-2-101, 49-2-303