Montana § 5-2-222 - Powers And Duties Of Officers

Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 5-2-222 — Powers And Duties Of Officers, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 5-2-222. Powers And Duties Of Officers

Powers and duties of officers. The president and president pro tempore of the senate and the speaker and speaker pro tempore of the house of representatives may administer the oath of office to any senator or representative and to the officers and employees of their respective bodies. The officers and employees must perform such duties as are required by the rules or orders of the respective bodies which elect them.

Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 5-2-222

What does Montana Code Annotated § 5-2-222 cover?

Section 5-2-222 ("Powers And Duties Of Officers") is part of the Montana Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Montana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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