The bill amends Section 37-47-303 of the Montana Code Annotated to require an outfitter endorsement for individuals seeking a guide's license. It establishes that applicants must be at least 18 years old, physically capable, and mentally competent, and they must be endorsed and recommended by a licensed outfitter unless they meet specific qualifications set by the Board of Outfitters. The amendment removes the previous language that allowed for exceptions to the outfitter endorsement requirement under the same qualifications.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new requirement for the renewal of a guide license, stipulating that the application must be signed by an outfitter employing the guide. If the application is not signed as required, it will be denied. This change aims to enhance the regulation of professional standards within the guiding industry, ensuring that guides meet the qualifications set by both the outfitters and the Board of Outfitters. The bill 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: 37-47-303