Mont. Code Ann. § 23-2-402
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23-2-402 Purpose -- intent
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23-2-402 . Purpose -- intent. (1) The purpose of this part is to:
(a) provide continued recreational and commercial use and enjoyment of the Smith River waterway, consistent with the river's capacity;
(b) seek ways to minimize conflicts between river users and private landowners; and
(c) protect the integrity of the river's water and canyon resources for future generations.
(2) The intent of this part is to interpret and implement this part in a manner consistent with the statement of purpose for the state park system in 23-1-101 .
(3) This part may not be construed in any way to restrict a landowner's access to or use of the landowner's land, improvements, water rights, or adjacent waterways.
(a) provide continued recreational and commercial use and enjoyment of the Smith River waterway, consistent with the river's capacity;
(b) seek ways to minimize conflicts between river users and private landowners; and
(c) protect the integrity of the river's water and canyon resources for future generations.
(2) The intent of this part is to interpret and implement this part in a manner consistent with the statement of purpose for the state park system in 23-1-101 .
(3) This part may not be construed in any way to restrict a landowner's access to or use of the landowner's land, improvements, water rights, or adjacent waterways.
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