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HB 347

Revise laws related to hunter orange

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Gary Parry

HB 347 sought to modify Montana's hunter orange visibility rules but failed to advance through the legislative process before missing transmittal deadlines.

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Bill Summary · HB 347

Legislative bill overview

HB 347 proposed revisions to Montana's hunter orange (blaze orange) requirements, likely addressing specifications for visibility standards, exemptions, or application rules for hunters. The bill was referred to the House Fish, Wildlife and Parks Committee but died in the legislative process after being tabled in committee and missing the deadline for general bill transmittal.

Why is this important

Hunter orange visibility requirements are fundamental to firearm hunting safety, directly affecting the risk of accidental shootings during hunting season. Any changes to these standards can influence both hunter safety outcomes and hunting accessibility depending on how exemptions or requirements are modified.

Potential points of contention

  • Safety vs. practical burden: Stricter orange requirements enhance visibility but may create inconvenience or cost for hunters, while loosened requirements raise safety concerns
  • Exemptions debate: Disagreement likely exists over which hunting methods (archery, muzzleloader, etc.) should be exempted and whether exemptions create unequal safety standards
  • Enforcement and clarity: Questions about how revisions would be enforced and whether new language creates confusion or loopholes compared to existing law

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

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