Montana Code 76-13-301. Policy
76-13-301. Policy. (1) It is the public policy of the state to:
Terms Used In Montana Code 76-13-301
- State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the territories. See Montana Code 1-1-201
(a)protect and preserve forest resources from destruction by forest insect pests and tree diseases;
(b)protect the forests and watersheds of Montana and restore those watersheds that are most affected by insect pests and tree diseases and are critical to water supplies;
(c)enhance the production of forests;
(d)promote the stability of forest industry; and
(e)protect the recreational values of the forest.
(2)It is further the public policy of the state to independently and through cooperation with the federal government and private forest landowners adopt measures to control, suppress, and eradicate outbreaks of forest insect pests and tree diseases.