Roundup Record Tribune & Winnett Times -

HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today signed a bill into law that bans sanctuary cities in Montana.

“We are a nation of laws, and immigration laws will be enforced in Montana,” Governor Greg Gianforte said. “HB 200 ensures drug dealers, human traffickers, and other criminals who are in our country unlawfully will have no refuge in our state.”

House Bill 200, sponsored by Rep. Kenneth Holmlund (R-Miles City), prohibits state agencies and local governments from adopting sanctuary policies that endanger communities and the law enforcement officers that serve them. Agencies and local governments that choose to adopt sanctuary policies risk fines, civil action, and other penalties.

As part of his Montana Comeback Plan, Governor Gianforte is committed to protecting Montana families and communities, including stopping sanctuary cities from taking root in the state.