5-11-1102. Definitions.
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5-11-1102 . Definitions. As used in this part, unless the context requires otherwise, the following definitions apply:
(1)"Broadcasting" means any application of communication technologies to deliver live or delayed programming to a viewing audience, including but not limited to over-the-air television broadcasts, cable television, and the streaming of audio or video signals over the internet.
(2)"Division" means the legislative services division provided for in 5-11-111 .
(3)"Gavel-to-gavel coverage" means that any broadcast of legislative or administrative proceedings is activated when the presiding officer of a floor session or a committee meeting calls the body to order and is deactivated on adjournment.
(4)"Operator" means:
(a)a private, nonprofit organization exempt from taxation under section 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code; or
(b)a public or private Montana institution of higher education that has a program related to video production or broadcast or a related field.