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HELENA 鈥?Wednesday in Helena, a lawsuit challenging Montanas new state law restricting drag performances got an initial hearing in federal court. U.S. District Judge Brian Morris heard testimony from plaintiffs and the state of Montana, as he considered whether to issue a temporary restraining order to block enforcement of the law.About 40 people were in the courtroom for Wednesdays hearing.The case centers on House Bill 359, passed during the 2023 Montana legislative session and signed by Gov. Greg Gianforte. The bill prohibits schools and libraries that receive state funding from hosting drag story hours during regular operating hours or a
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