# Mont. Code Ann. § 2-6-1001: 2-6-1001 Purpose

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MT_T2_C6_P10_S2-6-1001

## Section

- **Citation:** Mont. Code Ann. § 2-6-1001
- **Heading:** 2-6-1001 Purpose
- **Jurisdiction:** Montana
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** MT Code / Title 2 / Chapter 6 / Part 10 / Section 2-6-1001

## Text

2-6-1001 . Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to ensure efficient and effective management of public records and public information, in accordance with Article II, sections 8 through 10, of the Montana constitution, for the state of Montana and its political subdivisions.

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