Bill > SB183

This bill modifies Montana's guide licensure requirements by mandating that guide license applicants receive an endorsement from a licensed outfitter, with a few potential exceptions based on board-established standards. Specifically, the bill requires that guide license applicants be at least 18 years old, physically and mentally capable of performing guide duties, and have a valid conservation license. Additionally, the bill now stipulates that guide license renewal applications must be signed by an outfitter employing the guide, and if not signed, the renewal application will be denied. The bill's underlying rationale, as stated in its preamble, is to ensure professional standards in the guide and outfitter industry and to improve public health, safety, and welfare by more closely regulating guide licensure. The changes aim to align guide licensing more closely with traditional industry practices and provide a mechanism for outfitters to have more direct involvement in the professional standards of guides they employ. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

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https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC2566