Mont. Code Ann. § 77-1-701
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77-1-701 Definitions
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77-1-701 . Definitions. When used in this part, unless a different meaning clearly appears from the context, the following definitions apply:
(1) "Ownership record" means the original deed, abstract, and any other instrument signifying state ownership or other interest in real property.
(2) "State agency" means any board, bureau, department, commission, or officer of the state.
(3) "State land" means land held, possessed, or administered by the state by virtue of fee simple title, grant, or deed. This term does not include:
(a) land acquired through investments under the provisions of 17-6-201 ;
(b) land used by virtue of an interest temporary in nature, such as a lease, license, or permit; or
(c) land used for easements and rights-of-way.
(1) "Ownership record" means the original deed, abstract, and any other instrument signifying state ownership or other interest in real property.
(2) "State agency" means any board, bureau, department, commission, or officer of the state.
(3) "State land" means land held, possessed, or administered by the state by virtue of fee simple title, grant, or deed. This term does not include:
(a) land acquired through investments under the provisions of 17-6-201 ;
(b) land used by virtue of an interest temporary in nature, such as a lease, license, or permit; or
(c) land used for easements and rights-of-way.
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