The bill amends Section 37-47-303 of the Montana Code Annotated to require an outfitter endorsement for guide licensure, reinforcing the traditional professional relationship between guides and outfitters. It stipulates that applicants for a guide's license must be endorsed and recommended by a licensed outfitter, unless they meet specific qualifications set by the Board of Outfitters. Additionally, the bill introduces a new requirement that applications for the renewal of a guide license must be signed by the outfitter employing the guide; if this signature is absent, the renewal application will be denied.

The changes made in the bill include the insertion of a clause that allows for exceptions to the outfitter endorsement requirement based on qualifications established by the Board of Outfitters, and the addition of a new stipulation regarding the renewal process for guide licenses. The bill is designed to enhance public health, safety, and welfare by ensuring that guides adhere to the professional standards set by Montana's outfitters, thereby improving the overall regulation of the industry. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 37-47-303
SB0183_1(1): 37-47-303
SB0183_1(10): 37-47-303
SB0183_1(11): 37-47-303
SB0183_1(12): 37-47-303
SB0183_1(2): 37-47-303
SB0183_1(3): 37-47-303
SB0183_1(4): 37-47-303
SB0183_1(5): 37-47-303
SB0183_1(6): 37-47-303
SB0183_1(7): 37-47-303
SB0183_1(8): 37-47-303
SB0183_1(9): 37-47-303
SB0183_1: 37-47-303
SB0183_2(1): 37-47-303
SB0183_2(2): 37-47-303
SB0183_2(3): 37-47-303
SB0183_2(4): 37-47-303
SB0183_2: 37-47-303
SB0183_X(1): 37-47-303
SB0183_X(2): 37-47-303
SB0183_X(3): 37-47-303
SB0183_X(4): 37-47-303
SB0183_X(5): 37-47-303
SB0183_X(6): 37-47-303
SB0183_X(7): 37-47-303
SB0183_X(8): 37-47-303
SB0183_X(9): 37-47-303
SB0183_X: 37-47-303