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Bill to grant a handful of special permits for critically ill youth draws broad support, technical funding concern
Summary
HB 817 would allow FWP to issue a limited number of once‑in‑a‑lifetime special permits for elk, deer and antelope to youth with life‑threatening illnesses, nominated by nonprofits; proponents described emotional benefits and program capacity, while conservation groups requested an amendment to protect the general license account.
Representative Paul Fielder presented House Bill 817, saying the bill lets the department issue free special‑permit licenses for elk, deer or antelope to resident or nonresident youth (age 18 or under) diagnosed with life‑threatening illnesses and recommended by Montana charitable or nonprofit organizations. The permit would be once‑in‑a‑lifetime, not count against species quotas, and the department may waive hunter‑education…
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