Billings City Council Special Work Session - May 12, 2026

The Billings City Council held a special work session on May 12, 2026, focused on addressing domestic violence issues within the community. The meeting featured presentations from law enforcement, prosecutors, community advocates, and other stakeholders discussing current protocols, training, and systemic challenges related to domestic violence response and prevention. Key procurement-related topics included the need for enhanced training programs for officers and court personnel, potential legislative actions such as Brody's Law to close legal loopholes, and the evaluation of GPS monitoring providers for offenders. Discussions also covered jail capacity concerns, coordination between agencies, victim notification processes upon offender release, and the importance of investing in prevention and victim services. The council identified action items including improving interagency communication, reviewing policies and training standards, and scheduling follow-up sessions to continue addressing these issues.