Bill
LC 2766
Overview: Bill Number: LC 2766, Title: Revise hunting license laws, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: December 11, 2024Purpose and Intent: The primary aim of this bil
Overview: Bill Number: LC 2766, Title: Revise hunting license laws, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: December 11, 2024
Purpose and Intent: The primary aim of this bill is to update Montana's laws and regulations governing the issuance and use of hunting licenses.
Key Provisions:
- Increases the fees for various hunting licenses, including big game, small game, and combination licenses
- Requires hunters to complete a mandatory safety and ethics training course before obtaining a license
- Establishes a new license category for "junior" hunters under the age of 18
- Grants the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission more authority to set license quotas and season lengths
- Directs a portion of license fee revenue to be used for wildlife habitat conservation efforts
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Recreational hunters in Montana, who would face higher licensing costs and additional training requirements
- The Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks, which would be responsible for administering the new license system and training programs
- Wildlife conservation groups and environmental organizations, who may benefit from increased funding for habitat protection
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
This bill is currently in the draft stage and has not been formally introduced in the Montana Legislature. If it were to move forward, it would need to go through the standard legislative process, including committee hearings, floor votes, and potential amendments before reaching the governor's desk for final approval or veto.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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