Require ballot issue signature gatherers to be Montana citizens and registered voters

This bill requires individuals who collect signatures for statewide ballot issues to be Montana residents and registered voters. It directly affects people who gather signatures for petitions, as they must meet these new eligibility requirements to participate in the process. The law mandates that signature gatherers sign an affidavit confirming their residency and voter registration status when submitting petitions to county officials. Additionally, the bill updates existing Montana Code sections to enforce these requirements and ensures petition forms are used in their approved format.