Senate Bill No. introduced by J. Ellis establishes the "Supporting Bowhunters with Disabilities Program" in Montana, which aims to enhance accessibility to archery hunting for individuals with disabilities. The bill allows hunters to make an optional donation of $1 or more when purchasing certain hunting licenses, with the funds directed to a newly created "Supporting Bowhunters with Disabilities Account." This account will be used to provide modified archery equipment to hunters with disabilities, with the Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks responsible for managing the donations and implementing necessary rules for the program.

Additionally, the bill amends existing sections of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to incorporate the new program and account. Specifically, it modifies Sections 87-1-601 and 87-2-903 to include references to the new donation option and account, while also clarifying the handling of funds related to hunting licenses and donations. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and aims to support organizations that assist in providing modified archery equipment to enhance the hunting experience for individuals with disabilities.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 87-1-601, 87-2-903
SB0238_1(1): 87-1-601, 87-2-903
SB0238_1(2): 87-1-601, 87-2-903
SB0238_1(3): 87-1-601, 87-2-903
SB0238_1(4): 87-1-601, 87-2-903
SB0238_1(5): 87-1-601, 87-2-903
SB0238_1: 87-1-601, 87-2-903