House Bill No. introduced by S. Rosenzweig aims to provide funding for the management of grizzly bear populations in Montana, specifically in Region 3, which includes several counties and covers a significant portion of the state's land area. The bill recognizes the challenges posed by an expanding grizzly bear population and increasing human presence, which necessitates additional resources for the Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks (FWP) to effectively manage human-wildlife interactions. The bill highlights the need for enhanced staffing, particularly for bear technicians, to ensure adequate oversight and response to incidents across the vast and challenging terrain of Region 3.

The bill includes an appropriation of $210,000 from the general license account to the FWP for each fiscal year in the biennium beginning July 1, 2025, specifically to fund two full-time bear technician positions in Region 3. This funding is intended to supplement the base budget of the department and is expected to be considered part of the ongoing base for future legislative sessions. Additionally, the bill establishes an effective date of July 1, 2025, for the provisions outlined within it.