The bill amends Section 2-15-3112 of the Montana Code Annotated to expand the eligibility of livestock covered under the Livestock Loss Mitigation Program to include domestic bison. This program is designed to reimburse livestock producers for losses caused by predators such as wolves, mountain lions, and grizzly bears. The amendment specifies that all Montana livestock producers are eligible for coverage for losses to cattle, domestic bison, swine, horses, mules, sheep, goats, llamas, and livestock guard dogs on various types of land. Additionally, the bill outlines the reimbursement process, including the requirement for producers to pay per capita fees before receiving compensation.

The bill also establishes a clear claim process for documenting and processing claims for livestock losses, ensuring that the names and personal information of claimants remain confidential. It provides a framework for appealing reimbursement decisions, with specific guidelines on how appeals should be handled. The effective date for this act is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 2-15-3112
HB0504_1(1): 2-15-3112
HB0504_1(2): 2-15-3112
HB0504_1(3): 2-15-3112
HB0504_1(4): 2-15-3112
HB0504_1(5): 2-15-3112
HB0504_1(6): 2-15-3112
HB0504_1(7): 2-15-3112
HB0504_1: 2-15-3112
HB0504_2(1): 2-15-3112
HB0504_2(10): 2-15-3112
HB0504_2(2): 2-15-3112
HB0504_2(3): 2-15-3112
HB0504_2(4): 2-15-3112
HB0504_2(5): 2-15-3112
HB0504_2(6): 2-15-3112
HB0504_2(7): 2-15-3112
HB0504_2(8): 2-15-3112
HB0504_2(9): 2-15-3112
HB0504_2: 2-15-3112
HB0504_X(1): 2-15-3112
HB0504_X(2): 2-15-3112
HB0504_X(3): 2-15-3112
HB0504_X(4): 2-15-3112
HB0504_X(5): 2-15-3112
HB0504_X(6): 2-15-3112
HB0504_X(7): 2-15-3112
HB0504_X(8): 2-15-3112
HB0504_X(9): 2-15-3112
HB0504_X: 2-15-3112