This bill revises the provisions related to the transfer of hard rock mining permits, establishing specific conditions under which such transfers can occur. It aims to clarify the timelines associated with these transfers to ensure a more efficient process. The bill amends Section 82-4-341 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to incorporate these changes and repeals Section 6 of Chapter 458 from the Laws of 2019, which may have previously governed aspects of permit transfers.

Additionally, the bill includes an immediate effective date, allowing the new provisions to take effect without delay. This legislative update is intended to streamline the permitting process for hard rock mining, potentially benefiting both the industry and regulatory bodies by providing clearer guidelines and expectations.

Statutes affected:
HB0460_1.pdf: 82-4-341
Introduced: 82-4-341