Montana § 76-13-301 - Policy
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 76-13-301 — Policy, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 76-13-301. Policy
Policy. (1) It is the public policy of the state to: (a) protect and preserve forest resources from destruction by forest insect pests and tree diseases; (b) protect the forests and watersheds of Montana and restore those watersheds that are most affected by insect pests and tree diseases and are critical to water supplies; (c) enhance the production of forests; (d) promote the stability of forest industry; and (e) protect the recreational values of the forest. (2) It is further the public policy of the state to independently and through cooperation with the federal government and private forest landowners adopt measures to control, suppress, and eradicate outbreaks of forest insect pests and tree diseases.
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What does Montana Code Annotated § 76-13-301 cover?
Section 76-13-301 ("Policy") is part of the Montana Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Montana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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