Mont. Code Ann. § 90-1-181
90-1-181 Functions of department of commerce -- socioeconomic advocacy
90-1-181 . Functions of department of commerce -- socioeconomic advocacy. The department of commerce may, if funds are available, advocate on behalf of local governments, as defined in 7-11-1002 , by reviewing, analyzing, and commenting on prospective impacts on local socioeconomic conditions from federal land management proposals.