Provide statutory appropriation for aquatic and wildlife research

This bill (LC 3356) is a procedural amendment that adds Section 87-1-601 (regarding the use of fish and game funds) to Montana’s list of laws containing statutory appropriations. It does not create new funding for aquatic or wildlife research but ensures that Section 87-1-601 qualifies as a permanent statutory appropriation under state law. This change affects how the Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks manages funds collected from hunting/fishing licenses and federal sources, allowing future spending without annual legislative approval. The bill’s title references research funding, but the actual provision relates to appropriation procedures, not direct budget allocations.