About Citizenship Seminar

Connect with 4-H'ers from across the state at the 2027 Montana 4-H Citizenship Seminar! This unique experience offers an inside look at democratic government and the chance to engage with program highlights that make it unforgettable. With a mix of excitement and curiosity, you'll find yourself growing alongside peers and adults alike. Don’t miss the opportunity to meet elected officials and leave a memorable impression as a proud representative of 4-H! 

Montana Citizenship Seminar is designed to inspire 4-H youth as they learn about the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. Youth delegates gain hands-on experience with the legislative process by participating in a mock legislature, create and debate bills, work with other youth from across the state, meet with elected officials, tour the capitol, and participate in a service-learning project.

Bills must be uploaded by January 8, 2027. 

Bills will be reviewed and grouped by topic area into committees prior to the event. Please review the bill-writing resources before submitting your bill. 

Register for Citizenship Seminar

There is a $100 registration fee per youth and adult to offset the seminar program costs. The program fee includes meals from Sunday evening to Monday dinner and program costs, breakfast is offered with hotel stay at the Comfort Suites.  

To register, Youth and adults log into your ZSuite Profile and register under Events starting November 15, 2027. Registration deadline is January 5, 2027.Check with your county Extension office to confirm your registration cost and payment instructions. 

When

Jan 17–19, 2027

Where

Helena, Montana

Fees

$100

 

Eligibility

  • 4-Hmembersmustbe 13yearsofagebyOctober 1, 2026.Citizenship Seminar youth and adult participantsare encouraged to attend Montana 4-H Daysponsored by Montanansfor 4-H.  

Chaperones 

  • Each delegate must have a designated (adult) chaperone. Chaperones must be a certified 4-H volunteer or MSU Extension faculty. Counties may combine with other counties to reach a desired 1:10 ratio of adults to youth. Chaperones will be asked to participate in the seminar by acting as lobbyists during the legislative process.  

 Accommodations

  • Each individual/county/reservation makes their own hotel reservations. A Block of Rooms has been reserved at the Comfort Suites Helena with a rate of $129 per night plus tax. 
  • Comfort Suites Helena  (406) 495-05053180 N Washington St  Helena, MT 59602 
  • The block of rooms has been reserved for the nights of January 17, 18, and 19. Participants may reserve one, two, or all three nights, depending on travel needs. The block will be open until Sunday January 3, 2027.