The bill amends Section 27-1-727 of the Montana Code Annotated to revise the liability limitations for equine activities. It specifies that equine activity sponsors or professionals are generally not liable for injuries or deaths resulting from inherent risks in equine activities, with certain exceptions. These exceptions include situations where the sponsor or professional fails to properly inspect or maintain equipment, does not assess a participant's ability to safely engage in the activity, or is aware of dangerous conditions on the premises. Additionally, the bill clarifies that waivers for equine activities must explicitly state known risks and include a bold statement regarding the potential waiver of the right to a jury trial for injuries resulting from inherent risks or ordinary negligence.

Furthermore, the bill allows for waivers or releases related to equine activities to be legally challenged on any grounds, ensuring that participants have the ability to contest these waivers. It also stipulates that compliant waivers are not subject to certain provisions of existing law. The amendments aim to enhance the clarity and enforceability of liability waivers while maintaining protections for participants in equine activities.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 27-1-727
HB0768_1(1): 27-1-727
HB0768_1(2): 27-1-727
HB0768_1(3): 27-1-727
HB0768_1(4): 27-1-727
HB0768_1(5): 27-1-727
HB0768_1(6): 27-1-727
HB0768_1: 27-1-727
HB0768_X(1): 27-1-727
HB0768_X(2): 27-1-727
HB0768_X(3): 27-1-727
HB0768_X(4): 27-1-727
HB0768_X(5): 27-1-727
HB0768_X(6): 27-1-727
HB0768_X(7): 27-1-727
HB0768_X: 27-1-727