Indian Education for All

In 1972 the Montana state legislature adopted a new constitution, only its second since it became the 41st state in 1889. Article X, Section 1(2) of the Montana Constitution:

“The state recognizes the distinct and unique cultural heritage of American Indians and is committed in its educational goals to the preservation of their cultural integrity.”

In 1999, Montana passed State Law MCA 20-1-501, known as Indian Education for All (IEFA) and its intent was to implement the prior constitutional requirement.