The bill proposes revisions to the laws governing hobbyist apiaries in Montana, specifically amending Section 80-6-114 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA). Key changes include increasing the maximum number of hives a hobbyist can own from five to ten, and allowing applicants to register up to five hobbyist apiary sites instead of just one. Additionally, the bill stipulates that a family unit can now have up to ten hobbyist apiary site registrations, a significant increase from the previous limit of two.

Other amendments clarify the ownership and management requirements for hobbyist beekeepers, stating that applicants must own and personally manage their bees and hives. The bill also maintains that certificates of registration for hobbyist apiary sites cannot be leased, assigned, or transferred, ensuring that only the registered hobbyist can exercise the rights associated with the registration. Overall, these changes aim to support and expand hobbyist beekeeping in Montana.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 80-6-114