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HB 139

Revise laws related to mule deer buck hunting in November

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jedediah Hinkle

Montana bill proposed unspecified revisions to mule deer buck hunting regulations in November but died in the legislative process without advancing past a failed second reading.

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Bill Summary · HB 139

Legislative bill overview

HB 139 would have modified Montana's hunting regulations specifically for mule deer buck hunting during the November season. The bill was introduced by Representative Jedediah Hinkle but failed to advance through the legislative process, ultimately dying in committee without passage.

Why is this important

Hunting season regulations directly affect wildlife management, hunter access, and conservation outcomes. Changes to buck hunting rules can influence population dynamics, hunter participation rates, and the economic impact of hunting-related tourism in Montana.

Potential points of contention

  • Specificity unclear: The bill summary doesn't detail what regulations were being revised (season dates, bag limits, weapon types, geographic areas), making it difficult to assess whether changes would expand or restrict hunting opportunities
  • Wildlife management implications: Without knowing the proposed changes, stakeholders couldn't weigh whether modifications serve conservation goals or prioritize hunter access
  • Legislative process concerns: The bill's failure to pass suggests insufficient support or potential procedural/substantive issues that weren't resolved during the 2nd reading stage

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

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