This volume documents the Montana Constitution of 1884 and the proceedings of the 1971-72 Constitutional Convention. It provides a historical record of the debates, proposals, and decisions that shaped Montana's foundational legal document. Researchers and students of legal history, Montana history, and state constitutional law will find this a valuable primary source. The book offers insight into the challenges and compromises involved in drafting a state constitution, reflecting the political and social context of Montana during these periods. It illuminates the principles and values that informed the creation of Montana's governing framework.
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