Expand livestock loss eligibility to include domestic bison

This bill expands Montana's livestock loss mitigation program to include domestic bison alongside cattle, sheep, and other livestock. It allows producers of domestic bison to receive financial reimbursement for losses caused by wolves, mountain lions, and grizzly bears, with compensation calculated at twice the average value of commercial cattle. The legislation also updates the program's definitions to specify how fair market value is determined for bison and clarifies the claim process for producers seeking reimbursement. The changes take effect on July 1, 2025, and apply to producers on state, federal, tribal, and private land.