The bill amends Section 23-2-409 of the Montana Code Annotated to revise the cost of nonresident Smith River bonus points. Specifically, it increases the fee for nonresident bonus points from $50 to $125. The bill also outlines the allocation of user fees collected from recreational and commercial activities on the Smith River, mandating that these funds be deposited into the Smith River corridor enhancement account. A portion of these fees is designated for various environmental and recreational enhancement projects within the Smith River corridor.

Additionally, the bill specifies that $50 from each commercial outfitter client fee, all revenue from the sale of super permit lottery chances, and a resident-only $5 bonus point will also contribute to the enhancement account. The funds will be used to protect and enhance the natural beauty and recreational values of the Smith River, restore fisheries habitat, and maintain instream flows. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 23-2-409
SB0257_1(1): 23-2-409
SB0257_1(2): 23-2-409
SB0257_1(3): 23-2-409
SB0257_1(4): 23-2-409
SB0257_1(5): 23-2-409
SB0257_1: 23-2-409
SB0257_X(1): 23-2-409
SB0257_X(10): 23-2-409
SB0257_X(11): 23-2-409
SB0257_X(12): 23-2-409
SB0257_X(2): 23-2-409
SB0257_X(3): 23-2-409
SB0257_X(4): 23-2-409
SB0257_X(5): 23-2-409
SB0257_X(6): 23-2-409
SB0257_X(7): 23-2-409
SB0257_X(8): 23-2-409
SB0257_X(9): 23-2-409
SB0257_X: 23-2-409