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LC 3901

Generally revise laws related to upland game bird seasons

2025 Regular Session

Montana bill revising upland game bird hunting seasons statewide; regulatory details pending as draft remains under legislative review.

(LC) Draft Delivered to Requester
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Bill Summary · LC 3901

Legislative bill overview

LC 3901 is a Montana bill that comprehensively revises state laws governing upland game bird hunting seasons. The bill appears to be in early draft stages and would modify regulations affecting birds such as pheasants, grouse, partridge, and quail. Specific details on what regulatory changes are proposed are not yet publicly available since the bill remains in legislative drafting.

Why is this important

Upland game bird hunting is economically and culturally significant in Montana, supporting outdoor recreation, tourism, and rural communities. Changes to hunting seasons affect wildlife management, ecosystem balance, and the rights and interests of hunters, landowners, and conservation groups. Seasonal modifications can impact bird population sustainability and hunting opportunity availability.

Potential points of contention

  • Season length and timing – Proposals to expand or contract hunting seasons will likely draw opposition from either conservation advocates worried about population impacts or hunters seeking extended access
  • Species-specific regulations – Different upland birds may face different regulatory treatments, potentially creating fairness concerns among hunting communities or conservation priorities
  • Landowner access and posting rights – Changes to where and how hunters can pursue birds may pit private landowner interests against public hunting access advocates

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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