This environmental assessment (EA) evaluates potential effects on the human environment from actions proposed by the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks intended to prevent and/or control Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in Montana’s free-ranging deer and elk populations. Any actions taken, or any actions not taken per the “no action alternative,” have the potential to affect wildlife populations as well as the economic, agricultural, environmental and social issues directly tied to those wildlife populations. This document represents a coordinated effort using the “best science” currently available to state and federal agencies and their scientific staffs in the development of a CWD management plan for the state of Montana. For additional information, also visit FWP's press release, "Public Comment Sought On Options For Managing An Outbreak Of Chronic Wasting Disease".
The public comment period for this notice has ended.
