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When: Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.
Where: Montana Heritage Center in Helena (225 N. Roberts St.) and virtually via Zoom
Public Comment Opportunity
Public comments will be accepted on the following topics through March 29, 2026 with final potential action at the April 16 meeting.
PLEASE READ!!! NEW INSTRUCTIONS!!!
There are two dedicated methods to submit public comment to the Fish and Wildlife Commission on meeting agenda topics PRIOR TO the meeting:
Each agenda item will have a survey at the bottom, below the linked documents, that is set up for submitting public comment. The survey also allows for letters or supporting documents to be attached.
Public comments can also be mailed to the Commission at the address below:
Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission
c/o FWP Liaison – Director’s Office
PO Box 200701
Helena MT, 59620-0701
These two options are the only ways to submit comment and/or documents to the Commission on any agenda item prior the meeting. Should you have any questions about this process, please contact the FWP Liaison to the Commission at 406-594-8921.
Comment at meeting
Public comment opportunity will be offered during the meeting. In-person comments can be made at the meeting venue or at any FWP Regional Office throughout the state.
The time allotted for each comment may be limited at the discretion of the Commission Chair.
Comments can also be made during the meeting virtually via Zoom. Registration for Zoom comment will open on April 1 and close at Noon on April 15.
The public comment period on the following proposal will run through March 29, 2026 with final action at the April 16 commission meeting.
2026 Fish Removal Projects
The public comment period on the following proposal will run through March 29, 2026 with final action at the April 16 commission meeting.
Doney Lake Forest Habitat Improvement Project
Environmental Assessment (PDF)
Decision Notice (PDF)
Appendix A, USFWS Letter (PDF)
The public comment period on the following proposal will run through March 29, 2026 with final action at the April 16 commission meeting.
Spotted Dog WMA Grazing Lease Renewal
Fact Sheet & Map (PDF)
Environmental Assessment (PDF)
Decision Notice (PDF)
The public comment period on the following proposal will run through March 29, 2026 with final action at the April 16 commission meeting.
2026 Migratory Bird Regulations, Seasons, and Closures
The public comment period on the following proposal will run through March 29, 2026 with final action at the April 16 commission meeting.
Bighorn Sheep Within-Range Translocation - Madison Range, 2026-2035
The public comment period on the following proposal will run through March 29, 2026 with final action at the April 16 commission meeting.
Peregrine Falcon Take, 2026-2027 Biennium
The public comment period on the following proposal will run through March 29, 2026 with final action at the April 16 commission meeting.
Temporary River Closure for Construction - Sun River
The public comment period on the following proposal will run through March 29, 2026 with final action at the April 16 commission meeting.
FAS Annual Rule
Draft Language (PDF)
The public comment period on the following proposal will run through March 29, 2026 with final action at the April 16 commission meeting.
Commercial Use Permit Fee Rule
Draft Language (PDF)
The public comment period on the following proposal will run through March 29, 2026 with final action at the April 16 commission meeting.
26-Mile FAS Recreation Permit and Site Development
Environmental Assessment (PDF)
Decision Notice (PDF)
The public comment period on the following proposal will run through March 29, 2026 with final action at the April 16 commission meeting.
Citizen Petition to Initiate Rulemaking - Swan Lake *All documents have been updated - please review*
Petition Documents (PDF)
Exhibit 1 (PDF)
Exhibit 2 (PDF)
Exhibit 3 (PDF)
The commission may take action on all matters specifically noticed on any agenda.
Extensive opportunity is provided for public comment on hunting, fishing and trapping regulations. As a matter of equity for citizens who cannot attend commission meetings, when making final decisions on these regulations, the commission will not open public comment unless a significant amendment to the tentative proposal is brought forth by the commission or department. Comments will be limited to the amendment only. Time for comment may be limited at the Chair's discretion.
The department ensures its meetings are fully accessible to persons with disabilities and if special accomodations are needed, please contact the FWP Liaison to the Commission at 406-594-8921.