SB165

Revise business laws relating to snowmobile rental and trail maintenance

Complete·4/17/25

Montana SB165 revises snowmobile rental and trail maintenance laws, including fees and pass requirements.

Montana SB165 amends business laws related to snowmobile rentals and trail maintenance. It introduces a trail enhancement rental fee for snowmobile rentals, which must be affixed to the rented equipment. The fee is used for trail grooming, enforcement of snowmobile laws, and statewide trail grooming programs. A winter trail pass is required for operating snowmobiles, dog sleds, or motorized equipment in groomed areas, with fees varying based on registration status and residency. Exemptions apply for certain rentals and sanctioned dog sled races.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

99 Yea

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 31, 2025

9:00 AM

House Appropriations Hearing

Mar 25, 2025

3:00 PM

House Fish, Wildlife and Parks Hearing

History

Apr 18, 2025

Senate

Chapter Number Assigned

Apr 17, 2025

Senate

(S) Signed by Governor

Apr 8, 2025

House

(H) Signed by Speaker