State investigation of Helena renews local control debate

By: Jordan Hansen

Outlets: Daily Montanan

Published: February 17, 2026

Words: 1,107

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 6 days ago

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A state investigation into a city of Helena resolution has renewed questions about the rights of municipalities, with the director of the League of Cities and Towns saying the state has made “constant and determined” efforts to undercut their power for six years.

Additionally, advocates who work with refugees in Helena have questions about the state investigation, which is looking into whether the city resolution violates a statewide ban on sanctuary cities.

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