Land Board approves Land Exchange Policy update after public comment; 30-day scoping amendment fails
After extensive public comment from hunting, conservation and agricultural groups, the Board approved an update to the Land Exchange Policy May 18, 2026; a Governor-proposed amendment to require a 30‑day public scoping failed 2-3, and the main motion passed 3-1 with one abstention. The Board also unanimously added a June agenda item concerning a shooting range near Lincoln.
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Helena — The Montana Board of Land Commissioners on May 18, 2026, approved an update to the Land Exchange Policy after hearings and a lengthy public comment period that included conservation and hunting groups.
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