1. (1) The department will distribute funds from the supporting bowhunters with disabilities account to a federally tax-exempt non-profit organized under 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3) that assists a disabled hunter in acquiring modified archery equipment.
2. (2) The disabled hunter must complete and qualify for a permit to modify archery equipment from the department. Forms to obtain the permit are available on the department’s website and at regional offices.
3. (3) The permit only allows modification of lawful archery tackle and must be used with a valid bow and arrow license, and appropriate hunting license.
4. (4) The modified archery equipment allows a person with a disability to use archery tackle that supports the bow, and draws, holds, and releases the string to accommodate the individual’s disability. Arrows are not exempt, and must meet the commission’s requirements for the archery only season.
5. (5) Crossbows (including but not limited to horizontal, vertical, or gun-type stock) do not meet the definition of modified archery equipment and are not permitted.

6. (6) Each application for reimbursement from the department must be accompanied by:

   1. (a) receipts verifying each expenditure for audit purposes;
   2. (b) proof of the nonprofit organization’s current federal tax status, such as an Internal Revenue Service determination letter, the organization’s IRS Form 1023, the organization's articles of incorporation, or a statement from the state taxing body reflecting nonprofit status; and
   3. (c) the name and ALS number of the disabled hunter receiving the modified equipment.

Authorizing statute(s): 87-1-298, MCA

Implementing statute(s): 87-1-298, 87-1-630, MCA

History: NEW, 2025 MAR, Notice No. 2025-297, Eff. 12/6/25.