Montana Working Lands Conservation Incentive Act

This bill establishes a voluntary, rancher-led conservation incentive program within the Montana Department of Agriculture to provide technical assistance and competitive grants to farms and ranches implementing soil-health practices, water stewardship measures, and wildlife-habitat improvements. Eligible projects may include rotational grazing, cover crops, erosion control, water-efficiency improvements, and voluntary habitat restoration; participation shall not restrict lawful agricultural use or create new regulatory requirements. The program shall prioritize locally developed conservation plans and may use state appropriations, federal funds, and private matching contributions.