HB222

Creating open wolf hunting season until the population is 600 or fewer

Failed·5/20/25

Establishes a year-round open wolf hunting season in Montana until the wolf population reaches 600 or fewer.

This bill amends Montana law to establish a year-round open wolf hunting season. The hunting season will continue until the wolf population in the state is at or below 600 wolves. The Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks Commission is authorized to adjust the dates for specific wolf management units based on regional recommendations. The bill also includes provisions for special muzzleloader heritage hunting seasons and other hunting regulations.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

40 Yea

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60 Nay

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Calendar

Jan 21, 2025

3:00 PM

House Fish, Wildlife and Parks Hearing

History

May 20, 2025

House

(H) Died in Process

Mar 12, 2025

House

(H) Missed Deadline for General Bill Transmittal

Jan 30, 2025

House

(H) Scheduled for 2nd Reading