Bill > HB105

This bill revises Montana's laws related to game bird farms, making several key changes to licensing and operational requirements. The bill removes the previous requirement for game bird farm owners to notify the department and receive written authorization when owning or propagating game birds for non-sale purposes. It extends the game bird farm license duration from one year to five years and sets a fixed license fee of $300. The bill modifies application requirements, giving the department 60 days (increased from 30) to respond to license applications and allowing approval subject to completing fencing or enclosure requirements. Licensees must now notify the department of any changes in species or enclosure before implementing them and keep records of bird transactions for 5 years (increased from 3 years). The bill also requires nonresident game bird farm owners to have a local resident agent responsible for daily operations and authorized to receive legal service. These changes aim to streamline the licensing process for game bird farms while maintaining regulatory oversight, and the bill will take effect on July 1, 2025.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC0515