§ 5-11-1102 — Definitions

5-11-1102 . Definitions. As used in this part, unless the context requires otherwise, the following definitions apply:
(1) "Broadcasting" means any application of communication technologies to deliver live or delayed programming to a viewing audience, including but not limited to over-the-air television broadcasts, cable television, and the streaming of audio or video signals over the internet.
(2) "Division" means the legislative services division provided for in 5-11-111 .
(3) "Gavel-to-gavel coverage" means that any broadcast of legislative or administrative proceedings is activated when the presiding officer of a floor session or a committee meeting calls the body to order and is deactivated on adjournment.
(4) "Operator" means:
(a) a private, nonprofit organization exempt from taxation under section 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code; or
(b) a public or private Montana institution of higher education that has a program related to video production or broadcast or a related field.

Legislative History

En. Sec. 2, Ch. 557, L. 2001; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 257, L. 2013; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 183, L. 2017.