Revise laws related to public libraries and library services

SB 451 would revise Montana's public library laws to define and limit the services libraries can offer. It requires all free public libraries to provide only services directly tied to core functions, such as access to books and digital resources, educational programs, technology access, literacy support, and community meeting spaces. The bill explicitly prohibits libraries from offering services unrelated to these core purposes, like commercial activities or political events. This law would apply to all Montana free public libraries, ensuring their services align strictly with traditional library roles.