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Lawmakers debate adding two grizzly bear specialists for Region 3
Summary
Representative Scott Rosenzweig asked the House Fish, Wildlife and Parks Committee to add two grizzly‑bear specialist positions for Region 3 to bolster prevention and response; proponents said the region is understaffed and recent incidents required extensive staff time, while FWP said it did not request the positions through internal budget channels but could accept an appropriation; committee tabled the bill in executive action.
Representative Scott Rosenzweig told the House Fish, Wildlife and Parks Committee he is sponsoring House Bill 847 to add two bear‑management specialist positions for FWP Region 3 (which includes Gallatin and Park counties), arguing the current staffing — one specialist and one technician for a very large area — is insufficient to prevent and respond to human–bear conflicts.
Proponents including Evan Stout (Bear Awareness Gardener), the Montana Stockgrowers Association, and the Montana Wildlife Federation testified…
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