Policy Advocacy
Montana CASA / GAL Association is a committed advocate for adequate funding and services to support the agencies, judicial system and programs that manage child abuse and neglect cases.
MTCASA will continue to provide statewide representation, local program engagement and legislator CASA education via the work of the MTCASA Legislative Committee. The committee is comprised of members of the MTCASA Board of Directors, members of the public appointed by the MTCASA Board of Directors and the MTCASA Executive Director. Decisions made regarding actions or inactions on specific bills are guided by the MTCASA Legislative Criteria adhering to the CASA/GAL Core Model mandated by National CASA/GAL and Standards for State Organizations. MTCASA legislative practices and protocols adhere to the rules of state and federal governments in accordance with IRS regulations.
