Mont. Code Ann. § 85-1-903
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85-1-903 Definitions
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85-1-903 . (Temporary) Definitions. As used in this part, the following definitions apply:
(1) "Aquatic resources" means all beneficial uses of water, including but not limited to water quality and water supply; recreational, scenic, and aesthetic values; and fish, wildlife, and other organisms, including the prevention and management of aquatic invasive species.
(2) "Commission" means the western Montana conservation commission established in 2-15-3311 .
(3) "Department" means the department of natural resources and conservation.
(4) "Western Montana" means all land and water areas west of the continental divide and within the Montana portion of the headwaters of the Columbia River basin. (Terminates June 30, 2029--sec. 12, Ch. 428, L. 2023.)
(1) "Aquatic resources" means all beneficial uses of water, including but not limited to water quality and water supply; recreational, scenic, and aesthetic values; and fish, wildlife, and other organisms, including the prevention and management of aquatic invasive species.
(2) "Commission" means the western Montana conservation commission established in 2-15-3311 .
(3) "Department" means the department of natural resources and conservation.
(4) "Western Montana" means all land and water areas west of the continental divide and within the Montana portion of the headwaters of the Columbia River basin. (Terminates June 30, 2029--sec. 12, Ch. 428, L. 2023.)
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