Montana § 10-3-503 - Governor's Powers And Duties
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 10-3-503 — Governor's Powers And Duties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-3-503. Governor's Powers And Duties
Governor's powers and duties. (1) The governor has general direction and control of the emergency resources management within this state and all officers, boards, agencies, individuals, or groups established under the emergency resources management plan. (2) In performing duties under this part, the governor may cooperate with the federal government, with other states, and with private agencies in all matters pertaining to the emergency management of resources. (3) In performing duties under this part and to effect its policies and purpose, the governor may make, amend, and rescind the necessary orders and rules to carry out this part within the limits of authority conferred upon the governor, with due consideration of the emergency resources management plans of the federal government.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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