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2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 9. Nursing Home Administrators › Part 3. Licensing › 37-9-301. Qualifications for licensure -- examination

37-9-301. Qualifications for licensure -- examination.
(1) A person may not be granted a nursing home administrator license unless the person:
(a) is of good moral character, as determined by the board, and has received a high school diploma or its equivalent; and
(b) (i) has satisfactorily completed a course of instruction and training prescribed by the board, which must be designed and administered to present sufficient knowledge of the needs properly served by long-term care facilities, laws governing the operation of long-term care facilities and the protection of the interests of patients, and the elements of good nursing home administration; or
(ii) has presented evidence satisfactory to the board of sufficient education, training, or experience, or a combination of education, training, and experience, in the fields referred to in subsection (1)(b)(i) to administer, supervise, and manage a long-term care facility; and
(c) has passed an examination designed to test for competence in the subject matters referred to in subsection (1)(b)(i).
(2) The minimum standards for qualification must comply with the requirements, if any, set forth in 42 U.S.C. 1396g.
History: En. Sec. 3, Ch. 363, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 10, Ch. 168, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 483, L. 1973; amd. Sec. 307, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3103; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 464, L. 1989; amd. Sec. 1371, Ch. 56, L. 2009; amd. Sec. 24, Ch. 109, L. 2009.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 9. Nursing Home Administrators › Part 3. Licensing › 37-9-302. Department to license pursuant to board rules -- nontransferability

37-9-302. Department to license pursuant to board rules -- nontransferability.
(1) The department shall license nursing home administrators under the rules adopted by the board.
(2) A nursing home administrator's license is not transferable.
History: En. Sec. 4, Ch. 363, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 483, L. 1973; amd. Sec. 308, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3104(part); amd. Sec. 45, Ch. 429, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 25, Ch. 109, L. 2009.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 9. Nursing Home Administrators › Part 3. Licensing › 37-9-303. Repealed

37-9-303. Repealed.
Sec. 128, Ch. 429, L. 1995.
History: En. Sec. 11, Ch. 363, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 311, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3111.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 9. Nursing Home Administrators › Part 3. Licensing › 37-9-304. Fees

37-9-304. Fees.
(1) Each person who applies for licensure shall pay a fee prescribed by the board at the time of application.
(2) Each person licensed as a nursing home administrator shall pay a license fee in an amount fixed by the board.
History: En. Sec. 5, Ch. 363, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 483, L. 1973; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3105; amd. Sec. 22, Ch. 345, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 390, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 46, Ch. 429, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 15, Ch. 492, L. 1997; amd. Sec. 45, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 9. Nursing Home Administrators › Part 3. Licensing › 37-9-305. License -- grounds for discipline

37-9-305. License -- grounds for discipline.
A license must be granted if the applicant meets the qualifications pursuant to 37-9-301 and, if the applicant holds another professional, temporary, or restricted license, there is no finding of unprofessional conduct. If an applicant for a license is denied, the applicant is entitled to notice and a hearing as provided in Title 2, chapter 4, part 6.
History: En. Sec. 10, Ch. 363, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 483, L. 1973; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3110; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 390, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 47, Ch. 429, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 16, Ch. 492, L. 1997; amd. Sec. 15, Ch. 271, L. 2003; amd. Sec. 46, Ch. 467, L. 2005; amd. Sec. 26, Ch. 109, L. 2009.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 9. Nursing Home Administrators › Part 3. Licensing › 37-9-306. Deposit of fees

37-9-306. Deposit of fees.
Fees collected by the department under this chapter shall be deposited in the state special revenue fund for the use of the board, subject to 37-1-101(6). This fund may be used to pay the compensation and expenses of members of the board and other expenses necessary to administer this chapter.
History: En. Sec. 6, Ch. 363, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 309, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3106; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 277, L. 1983.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 9. Nursing Home Administrators › Part 3. Licensing › 37-9-311. Repealed

37-9-311. Repealed.
Sec. 128, Ch. 429, L. 1995.
History: (1), (2)En. Sec. 9, Ch. 363, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 483, L. 1973; amd. Sec. 310, Ch. 350, L. 1974; Sec. 66-3109, R.C.M. 1947; (3)En. Sec. 4, Ch. 363, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 483, L. 1973; amd. Sec. 308, Ch. 350, L. 1974; Sec. 66-3104, R.C.M. 1947; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3104(part), 66-3109(part).
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 9. Nursing Home Administrators › Part 3. Licensing › 37-9-312. Repealed

37-9-312. Repealed.
Sec. 10, Ch. 366, L. 2023.
History: En. Sec. 12, Ch. 363, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 8, Ch. 483, L. 1973; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3112; amd. Sec. 1372, Ch. 56, L. 2009; amd. Sec. 27, Ch. 109, L. 2009.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 10. Optometry › Part 1. General › 37-10-101. Definitions -- practice of optometry

37-10-101. Definitions -- practice of optometry.
(1) The practice of optometry is the profession constituting the art and science of visual care and includes any one of the following acts:
(a) the optometric examination or optometric diagnosis of all of those physiological or anatomical parts or functions that consummate the process of human vision to ascertain the presence of abnormal conditions or functions that may be optometrically diagnosed, corrected, remedied, or relieved;
(b) the employment of any optometric means for the purpose of detecting any condition of the process of vision that may have any significance in a complete optometric eye and vision examination, including the employment and administration of drugs topically applied for examination purposes, limited to cycloplegics, mydriatics, topical anesthetics, dyes such as fluorescein, and for emergency use only, miotics;
(c) the application or prescription of ophthalmic lenses, contact lenses, prisms, orthoptics, visual training, and any physical, mechanical, or physiological therapy and the furnishing or application of any prosthetic or therapeutic devices for the correction or relief of visual anomalies;
(d) the administration, dispensation, and prescription of the oral analgesics codeine, propoxyphene, hydrocodone, and dihydrocodeine, alone or in combination with nonscheduled or nonregulated drugs; and
(e) the administration, dispensation, and prescription of those drugs approved by the board for use in ocular treatment limited to the anterior segment of the eye and adnexa. Glaucoma may be treated.
(2) Subsection (1) does not prohibit an optometrist from removing from the eye or adnexa a foreign body that is not intraocular.
(3) Subsection (1) does not allow an optometrist to perform surgery or laser surgery for any purpose.
(4) Unless the context requires otherwise, in this chapter:
(a) "board" means the board of optometry provided for in 2-15-1736; and
(b) "department" means the department of labor and industry provided for in Title 2, chapter 15, part 17.
History: (1), (2)En. Ch. 138, L. 1907; Sec. 1607, Rev. C. 1907; re-en. Sec. 3155, R.C.M. 1921; re-en. Sec. 3155, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 252, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 361, L. 1977; Sec. 66-1301, R.C.M. 1947; (3)En. 66-1301.1 by Sec. 129, Ch. 350, L. 1974; Sec. 66-1301.1, R.C.M. 1947; R.C.M. 1947, 66-1301, 66-1301.1; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 274, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 588, L. 1987; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 121, L. 1993; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 306, L. 1993; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 34, L. 1999; amd. Sec. 119, Ch. 483, L. 2001.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 10. Optometry › Part 1. General › 37-10-102. Exemptions

37-10-102. Exemptions.
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to apply to:
(1) physicians and surgeons authorized to practice under the laws of the state of Montana;
(2) a person employed in the office of and acting under the direct personal supervision of a physician or surgeon;
(3) an optician performing the required mechanical work under an order or prescription signed by a duly licensed physician, surgeon, or optometrist;
(4) commissioned officers of the armed forces of the United States performing functions of this chapter in the line of their regular duty; or
(5) persons who sell spectacles or eyeglasses without attempting to traffic upon assumed skill in adapting them to the eye.
History: Ap. p. Ch. 138, L. 1907; Sec. 1621, Rev. C. 1907; re-en. Sec. 3169, R.C.M. 1921; re-en. Sec. 3169, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 252, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 512, L. 1977; Sec. 66-1316, R.C.M. 1947; Ap. p. Ch. 138, L. 1907; Sec. 1608, Rev. C. 1907; re-en. Sec. 3156, R.C.M. 1921; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 171, L. 1925; re-en. Sec. 3156, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 130, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 252, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 88, L. 1967; amd. Sec. 130, Ch. 350, L. 1974; Sec. 66-1302, R.C.M. 1947; R.C.M. 1947, 66-1302(part), 66-1316.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 10. Optometry › Part 1. General › 37-10-103. Use of drugs not prohibited by pharmacy law

37-10-103. Use of drugs not prohibited by pharmacy law.
The use of drugs by a licensed optometrist as stated in 37-10-101 is not prohibited by Title 37, chapter 7.
History: En. 66-1301.2 by Sec. 2, Ch. 361, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 66-1301.2; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 588, L. 1987.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 10. Optometry › Part 1. General › 37-10-104. Public agencies -- discrimination prohibited

37-10-104. Public agencies -- discrimination prohibited.
All agencies of the state and its subdivisions administering relief, public assistance, public welfare assistance, social security health insurance, or other health service under the laws of this state shall accept the services of licensed optometrists for any service covered by their licenses rendered to any person receiving benefits from said agents or bodies and shall pay for such services in the same manner as other ocular practitioners rendering similar services. None of the governmental agencies or agents, officials, or employees thereof, including the public schools, shall, in the performance of their duties, discriminate in any way among licensed ocular practitioners.
History: En. 66-1317 by Sec. 7, Ch. 252, L. 1959; R.C.M. 1947, 66-1317.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 10. Optometry › Part 1. General › 37-10-105. Purpose

37-10-105. Purpose.
The legislature finds that the practice of the profession of optometry is a privilege and is not a natural right of individuals. The legislature considers it necessary, in the interests of protecting the public health, safety, and welfare and in order to provide for the optometric needs of the public, to provide laws and delegate rulemaking authority regarding the granting of licenses and their subsequent use so that the public is protected from the unprofessional, improper, unauthorized, and unqualified practice of optometry.
History: En. Sec. 2, Ch. 121, L. 1993.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 10. Optometry › Part 2. Board of Optometry › 37-10-201. Organization -- meetings

37-10-201. Organization -- meetings.
The board shall annually choose from its members a president and secretary, both of whom may administer oaths and take affidavits. The board shall meet at least once each year, at Helena or some other place within the state designated by the president and, in addition, whenever the president and secretary call a meeting at a location within the state. The department shall keep a record of the proceedings of the board, which must be open to public inspection.
History: En. Ch. 138, L. 1907; Sec. 1610, Rev. C. 1907; re-en. Sec. 3158, R.C.M. 1921; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 171, L. 1925; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 44, L. 1927; re-en. Sec. 3158, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 132, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-1304; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 121, L. 1993.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 10. Optometry › Part 2. Board of Optometry › 37-10-202. Rulemaking power -- seal

37-10-202. Rulemaking power -- seal.
(1) The board may adopt rules for the regulation, conduct, supervision, and procedure governing all applicants for licensure as optometrists and the practice of optometry not inconsistent with the provisions of this chapter.
(2) The board shall have a common seal.
History: En. Ch. 138, L. 1907; Sec. 1609, Rev. C. 1907; re-en. Sec. 3157, R.C.M. 1921; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 171, L. 1925; re-en. Sec. 3157, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 130, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 131, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-1303; amd. Sec. 30, Ch. 126, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 10. Optometry › Part 2. Board of Optometry › 37-10-203. Compensation of members -- expenses -- deposit of moneys

37-10-203. Compensation of members -- expenses -- deposit of moneys.
(1) Each member of the board is entitled to receive compensation and travel expenses as provided for in 37-1-133.
(2) Money collected by the department shall be deposited in the state special revenue fund for the use of the board, subject to 37-1-101(6).
History: En. Ch. 138, L. 1907; Sec. 1617, Rev. C. 1907; re-en. Sec. 3165, R.C.M. 1921; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 171, L. 1925; re-en. Sec. 3165, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 252, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 121, Ch. 147, L. 1963; amd. Sec. 23, Ch. 93, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 136, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 32, Ch. 439, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-1311; amd. Sec. 15, Ch. 474, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 277, L. 1983.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 10. Optometry › Part 3. Licensing › 37-10-302. Qualifications -- application

37-10-302. Qualifications -- application.
(1) The board shall adopt rules relative to and governing the qualifications of applicants for licensure as optometrists.
(2) A person is not eligible to receive a license unless that person is of good moral character.
(3) A person is not eligible to receive a license unless that person has graduated from an accredited school of optometry in which the practice and science of optometry is taught in a course of study that is accredited by the association of regulatory boards of optometry.
(4) An applicant for a license shall file a completed application on a form provided by the department and pay a fee prescribed by the board.
History: En. Ch. 138, L. 1907; Sec. 1611, Rev. C. 1907; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 128, L. 1917; re-en. Sec. 3159, R.C.M. 1921; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 171, L. 1925; re-en. Sec. 3159, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 130, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 252, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 24, Ch. 94, L. 1973; amd. Sec. 133, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-1305(1) thru (5); amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 241, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 23, Ch. 345, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 121, L. 1993; amd. Sec. 32, Ch. 126, L. 2005; amd. Sec. 47, Ch. 467, L. 2005; amd. Sec. 15, Ch. 502, L. 2007; amd. Sec. 28, Ch. 109, L. 2009.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 10. Optometry › Part 3. Licensing › 37-10-303. Repealed

37-10-303. Repealed.
Sec. 128, Ch. 429, L. 1995.
History: En. Ch. 138, L. 1907; Sec. 1611, Rev. C. 1907; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 128, L. 1917; re-en. Sec. 3159, R.C.M. 1921; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 171, L. 1925; re-en. Sec. 3159, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 130, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 252, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 24, Ch. 94, L. 1973; amd. Sec. 133, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-1305(6); amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 121, L. 1993.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 10. Optometry › Part 3. Licensing › 37-10-304. Course in use of diagnostic and therapeutic drugs required

37-10-304. Course in use of diagnostic and therapeutic drugs required.
(1) (a) In addition to the requirements of 37-10-302, each person desiring to practice optometry shall satisfactorily complete a course with particular emphasis on the topical application of diagnostic agents to the eye for the purpose of examination of the human eye and the analysis of ocular functions.
(b) A person presently licensed to practice optometry who wishes to employ diagnostic agents shall satisfactorily complete a course referred to in subsection (1)(a) and shall pass an examination.
(c) The course referred to in subsection (1)(a) must be conducted by an institution accredited by a regional or professional accreditation organization that is recognized or approved by the national commission on accrediting or the United States commissioner of education.
(2) (a) Each person desiring to practice optometry shall:
(i) pass an examination, of the association of regulatory boards of optometry, on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of ocular disease; or
(ii) take a course and pass an examination in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of ocular diseases. The course and examination must be conducted by an institution accredited by a regional or professional accreditation organization that is recognized or approved by the national commission on accrediting or the United States commissioner of education.
(b) A person presently licensed to practice optometry who wishes to employ therapeutic pharmaceutical agents must meet the requirements of subsection (2)(a).
History: En. 66-1305.1 by Sec. 3, Ch. 361, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 66-1305.1; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 588, L. 1987; amd. Sec. 48, Ch. 429, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 33, Ch. 126, L. 2005; amd. Sec. 46, Ch. 130, L. 2005; amd. Sec. 48, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 10. Optometry › Part 3. Licensing › 37-10-305. Repealed

37-10-305. Repealed.
Sec. 4, Ch. 66, L. 1981.
History: En. Ch. 138, L. 1907; Sec. 1614, Rev. C. 1907; re-en. Sec. 3162, R.C.M. 1921; re-en. Sec. 3162, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 130, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 135, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-1308.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 10. Optometry › Part 3. Licensing › 37-10-306. License to be displayed in office

37-10-306. License to be displayed in office.
Every person to whom a license is granted shall display the license in a conspicuous part of the person's office in which the practice of optometry is conducted.
History: En. Ch. 138, L. 1907; Sec. 1616, Rev. C. 1907; re-en. Sec. 3164, R.C.M. 1921; re-en. Sec. 3164, R.C.M. 1935; R.C.M. 1947, 66-1310; amd. Sec. 34, Ch. 126, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 10. Optometry › Part 3. Licensing › 37-10-307. Repealed

37-10-307. Repealed.
Sec. 127, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
History: En. Ch. 138, L. 1907; Sec. 1613, Rev. C. 1907; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 128, L. 1917; re-en. Sec. 3161, R.C.M. 1921; amd. Sec. 4 1/2, Ch. 171, L. 1925; re-en. Sec. 3161, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 252, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 120, Ch. 147, L. 1963; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 75, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 134, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-1307; amd. Sec. 24, Ch. 345, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 390, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 17, Ch. 492, L. 1997; amd. Sec. 16, Ch. 271, L. 2003.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 10. Optometry › Part 3. Licensing › 37-10-308. Repealed

37-10-308. Repealed.
Sec. 128, Ch. 429, L. 1995.
History: En. 66-1318 by Sec. 1, Ch. 79, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 139, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-1318; amd. Sec. 8, Ch. 121, L. 1993.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 10. Optometry › Part 3. Licensing › 37-10-311. Repealed

37-10-311. Repealed.
Sec. 128, Ch. 429, L. 1995.
History: (1) thru (3)En. Ch. 138, L. 1907; Sec. 1618, Rev. C. 1907; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 128, L. 1917; re-en. Sec. 3166, R.C.M. 1921; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 171, L. 1925; re-en. Sec. 3166, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 130, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 137, Ch. 350, L. 1974; Sec. 66-1312, R.C.M. 1947; (4)En. Sec. 3166-A by Sec. 2, Ch. 44, L. 1927; re-en. Sec. 3166.1, R.C.M. 1935; Sec. 66-1313, R.C.M. 1947; R.C.M. 1947, 66-1312, 66-1313; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 543, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 588, L. 1987; amd. Sec. 9, Ch. 121, L. 1993; amd. Sec. 13, Ch. 619, L. 1993.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 10. Optometry › Part 3. Licensing › 37-10-312. Repealed

37-10-312. Repealed.
Sec. 10, Ch. 366, L. 2023.
History: En. Ch. 138, L. 1907; Sec. 1620, Rev. C. 1907; re-en. Sec. 3168, R.C.M. 1921; re-en. Sec. 3168, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 204, L. 1965; R.C.M. 1947, 66-1315.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 10. Optometry › Part 3. Licensing › 37-10-313. Repealed

37-10-313. Repealed.
Sec. 10, Ch. 366, L. 2023.
History: En. Ch. 138, L. 1907; Sec. 1619, Rev. C. 1907; re-en. Sec. 3167, R.C.M. 1921; amd. Sec. 8, Ch. 171, L. 1925; re-en. Sec. 3167, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 130, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 122, Ch. 147, L. 1963; amd. Sec. 138, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-1314; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 277, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 25, Ch. 557, L. 1987; amd. Sec. 35, Ch. 126, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 1. General › 37-11-102. Exemptions

37-11-102. Exemptions.
This chapter may not be construed to limit or regulate any other business or profession or any services rendered or performed in connection with another business or profession, including osteopathy, chiropractic, chiropractic physiotherapy, or massage therapists, to the extent they do massage.
History: En. Sec. 13, Ch. 39, L. 1961; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2513(part); amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 237, L. 1991.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 1. General › 37-11-103. Restrictions on scope of practice

37-11-103. Restrictions on scope of practice.
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as authorizing a physical therapist, whether licensed or not, to practice medicine, osteopathy, or chiropractic, dentistry, or podiatry; nor shall Title 37, chapter 11, be construed to limit or regulate any other business or profession or any services rendered or performed in connection with physical therapy.
History: En. Sec. 13, Ch. 39, L. 1961; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2513(part); amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 491, L. 1979.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 1. General › 37-11-104. Physical therapy -- evaluation and treatment

37-11-104. Physical therapy -- evaluation and treatment.
(1) Physical therapy evaluation includes the administration, interpretation, and evaluation of tests and measurements of bodily functions and structures; the development of a plan of treatment; consultative, educational, and other advisory services; and instruction and supervision of supportive personnel.
(2) Treatment employs, for therapeutic effects, physical measures, activities and devices, for preventive and therapeutic purposes, exercises, rehabilitative procedures, massage, mobilization, and physical agents including but not limited to mechanical devices, heat, cold, air, light, water, electricity, and sound.
(3) The evaluation and treatment procedures listed in subsections (1) and (2) may be performed by a licensed physical therapist without referral.
History: En. Sec. 4, Ch. 491, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 240, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 55, L. 1987.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 1. General › 37-11-105. Supervision of physical therapist assistant, physical therapy aide, physical therapy student, or physical therapist assistant student

37-11-105. Supervision of physical therapist assistant, physical therapy aide, physical therapy student, or physical therapist assistant student.
(1) A physical therapist assistant shall practice under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist who is responsible for and participates in a patient's care. This supervision requires the licensed physical therapist to make an onsite visit or a visit by means of telehealth to the client at least once for every six visits made by the assistant or once every 2 weeks, whichever occurs first.
(2) A licensed physical therapist may not concurrently supervise more than two full-time assistants or the equivalent. This supervision does not require the presence of the assistant.
(3) A physical therapy aide shall practice under the onsite supervision of a licensed physical therapist or a licensed assistant. A licensed assistant may not concurrently supervise more than one full-time aide or the equivalent. A licensed physical therapist may not concurrently supervise more than four aides or the equivalent or two assistants and two aides or the equivalent.
(4) A physical therapy student or physical therapist assistant student shall practice with the onsite supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
History: En. Sec. 6, Ch. 491, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 253, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 193, L. 2019; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 242, L. 2021; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 497, L. 2021.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 1. General › 37-11-106. Application and administration of topical medications -- prescription, purchasing, and recordkeeping requirements

37-11-106. Application and administration of topical medications -- prescription, purchasing, and recordkeeping requirements.
(1) A licensed physical therapist may apply or administer topical medications by:
(a) direct application;
(b) iontophoresis, a process whereby topical medications are applied through the use of electricity; or
(c) phonophoresis, a process whereby topical medications are applied through the use of ultrasound.
(2) A licensed physical therapist may apply or administer the following topical medications:
(a) bactericidal agents;
(b) debriding agents;
(c) anesthetic agents;
(d) anti-inflammatory agents;
(e) antispasmodic agents; and
(f) adrenocorticosteroids.
(3) Topical medications applied or administered by a physical therapist must be prescribed on a specific or standing basis by a licensed medical practitioner authorized to order or prescribe topical medications. Topical medications dispensed under this section must comply with United States food and drug administration packaging and labeling guidelines.
(4) Appropriate recordkeeping is required of a physical therapist who applies or administers topical medications as authorized in this section.
History: En. Sec. 2, Ch. 237, L. 1991; amd. Sec. 36, Ch. 126, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 1. General › 37-11-107. Board adoption of protocols

37-11-107. Board adoption of protocols.
The board, in consultation with the board of medical examiners and the board of pharmacy, shall by rule adopt written protocols for each class of topical medication listed in 37-11-106(2) for which a prescription is required under state or federal law. Protocols must include a description of each topical medication and its actions, indications, and contraindications, as well as the proper procedure and technique for the application or administration of the medication.
History: En. Sec. 3, Ch. 237, L. 1991.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 2. Duties of Board and Department › 37-11-201. General powers -- rulemaking

37-11-201. General powers -- rulemaking.
The board may:
(1) adopt rules to implement this chapter;
(2) issue subpoenas requiring the attendance of witnesses or the production of books and papers; and
(3) take any other disciplinary action necessary to protect the public.
History: En. Sec. 14, Ch. 39, L. 1961; amd. Sec. 249, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2514; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 449, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 8, Ch. 491, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 115, L. 1991; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 253, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 16, Ch. 481, L. 1997; amd. Sec. 17, Ch. 271, L. 2003; amd. Sec. 49, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 2. Duties of Board and Department › 37-11-202. Repealed

37-11-202. Repealed.
Sec. 128, Ch. 429, L. 1995.
History: En. Sec. 15, Ch. 39, L. 1961; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2515; amd. Sec. 9, Ch. 491, L. 1979.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 2. Duties of Board and Department › 37-11-203. Travel expense -- deposit of fees

37-11-203. Travel expense -- deposit of fees.
(1) Each board member shall receive compensation and travel expenses as provided for in 37-1-133.
(2) All fees collected by the department must be deposited in the state special revenue account for the use of the board, subject to 37-1-101(6). The department shall keep an accurate account of funds received and expenditures made from the account.
History: En. Sec. 10, Ch. 491, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 16, Ch. 474, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 277, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 253, L. 1995.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 3. Licensing › 37-11-301. License required for physical therapist and physical therapist assistant -- unauthorized representation as licensed therapist

37-11-301. License required for physical therapist and physical therapist assistant -- unauthorized representation as licensed therapist.
(1) A person may not practice or purport to practice physical therapy without first obtaining a license under the provisions of this chapter.
(2) A person who is not licensed under this chapter as a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant, whose license has been suspended or revoked, or whose license has lapsed and has not been revived and who uses the words or letters "L.P.T.", "Licensed Physical Therapist", "P.T.", "Physical Therapist", "R.P.T.", "Registered Physical Therapist", "D.P.T.", "Doctor of Physical Therapy", "P.T.A.", "Physical Therapist Assistant", "L.P.T.A.", "Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant", "R.P.T.A.", "Registered Physical Therapist Assistant", or any other letters, words, or insignia indicating or implying that the person is a licensed physical therapist or physical therapist assistant or who in any way, orally or in writing or in print or by sign, directly or by implication, purports to be a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant is guilty of a misdemeanor.
(3) A person who is not licensed as a physical therapist assistant in accordance with this chapter may not assist a physical therapist in the practice of physical therapy.
History: En. Sec. 11, Ch. 39, L. 1961; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2511; amd. Sec. 11, Ch. 491, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 253, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 57, L. 2021.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 3. Licensing › 37-11-302. Repealed

37-11-302. Repealed.
Sec. 10, Ch. 366, L. 2023.
History: En. Sec. 12, Ch. 39, L. 1961; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2512.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 3. Licensing › 37-11-303. Qualifications of applicants for license

37-11-303. Qualifications of applicants for license.
(1) To be eligible for a license as a physical therapist, an applicant must:
(a) be of good moral character and at least 18 years of age;
(b) have graduated from an accredited school of physical therapy approved by the board; and
(c) pass to the satisfaction of the board a written or computerized examination prescribed by the board.
(2) To be eligible for a physical therapist assistant license, an applicant must:
(a) be of good moral character and at least 18 years of age;
(b) have graduated from an accredited physical therapist assistant curriculum approved by the board; and
(c) have passed a written or computerized examination prescribed by the board.
History: En. Sec. 2, Ch. 39, L. 1961; amd. Sec. 8, Ch. 168, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 242, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 24, Ch. 101, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2502; amd. Sec. 12, Ch. 491, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 456, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 253, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 49, Ch. 429, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 17, Ch. 481, L. 1997; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 57, L. 2021.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 3. Licensing › 37-11-304. Application for examination

37-11-304. Application for examination.
A person who desires to be licensed as a physical therapist or a physical therapist assistant shall apply to the department on a form furnished by the department.
History: En. Sec. 3, Ch. 39, L. 1961; amd. Sec. 133, Ch. 147, L. 1963; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 227, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 243, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2503; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 277, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 115, L. 1991; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 253, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 50, Ch. 429, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 50, Ch. 467, L. 2005; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 57, L. 2021.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 3. Licensing › 37-11-305. Repealed

37-11-305. Repealed.
Sec. 127, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
History: En. Sec. 6, Ch. 39, L. 1961; amd. Sec. 245, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2506; amd. Sec. 8, Ch. 253, L. 1995.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 3. Licensing › 37-11-306. Issuance of license -- certificate as evidence

37-11-306. Issuance of license -- certificate as evidence.
The department shall issue a license to each applicant who proves to the satisfaction of the board the applicant's fitness for a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant license under this chapter. The department shall also issue to each licensed person a license certificate, which is prima facie evidence of that person's right to practice and advertise as a licensed physical therapist or a physical therapist assistant, subject to the conditions and limitations of this chapter.
History: En. Sec. 7, Ch. 39, L. 1961; amd. Sec. 246, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2507; amd. Sec. 9, Ch. 253, L. 1995.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 3. Licensing › 37-11-307. Applicants licensed in other states

37-11-307. Applicants licensed in other states.
(1) The board is subject to the physical therapy compact described in 37-11-316 and shall extend compact privileges as described by 37-11-316.
(2) The board may, in its discretion, authorize the department to issue a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant license, without examination, on the payment of the required fee established by the board, to an applicant who is a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant licensed under the laws of another state or territory that is not part of the compact if the applicant has met the same requirements as applicants licensed by examination under this chapter. An applicant licensed in another state or territory that is not part of the compact, if licensed by examination other than the examination recognized under this chapter, may be considered for licensure by the board if the requirements for a physical therapy license or a physical therapist assistant license in the state or territory in which the applicant was tested were at least equal to those requirements in force in this state at that time. However, the board may require a written, oral, or practical examination and may require continued study or refresher courses.
History: En. Sec. 5, Ch. 39, L. 1961; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 227, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 244, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2505; amd. Sec. 13, Ch. 491, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 25, Ch. 345, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 454, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 10, Ch. 253, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 36, L. 2017.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 3. Licensing › 37-11-308. Repealed

37-11-308. Repealed.
Sec. 127, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
History: En. Sec. 8, Ch. 39, L. 1961; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 353, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 247, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2508; amd. Sec. 14, Ch. 491, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 26, Ch. 345, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 11, Ch. 253, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 51, Ch. 429, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 18, Ch. 492, L. 1997; amd. Sec. 18, Ch. 271, L. 2003.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 3. Licensing › 37-11-309. Repealed

37-11-309. Repealed.
Sec. 127, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
History: En. Sec. 10, Ch. 39, L. 1961; amd. Sec. 248, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2510; amd. Sec. 15, Ch. 491, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 27, Ch. 345, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 456, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 12, Ch. 253, L. 1995.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 3. Licensing › 37-11-310. Foreign-trained applicants

37-11-310. Foreign-trained applicants.
The foreign-trained physical therapist applicant's transcripts will be evaluated by a board-approved agency which reviews credentials. Upon receipt of this evaluation the board shall determine whether the number of academic credits awarded meets equivalent educational standards for a physical therapist degree or certificate established by an American physical therapist association accredited school of physical therapy. If the applicant's professional education credit hours are approved by the board, the applicant is eligible for a temporary license prior to examination.
History: En. Sec. 16, Ch. 491, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 454, L. 1983.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 3. Licensing › 37-11-311. Display of license

37-11-311. Display of license.
Each licensee shall display the licensee's current license in a conspicuous place in the principal office where the licensee practices physical therapy.
History: En. Sec. 18, Ch. 491, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 1373, Ch. 56, L. 2009; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 57, L. 2021.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 3. Licensing › 37-11-312. Criminal record background check

37-11-312. Criminal record background check.
(1) As provided in 37-1-307, the board shall require each applicant for licensure as a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant to submit a full set of the applicant's fingerprints to the board to facilitate a fingerprint-based criminal record background check by the Montana department of justice and the federal bureau of investigation. The board may not disseminate criminal history record information resulting from the background check across state lines.
(2) The board may require licensees renewing their licenses to submit a full set of their fingerprints to the board for the purpose of obtaining a criminal record background check by the Montana department of justice and the federal bureau of investigation.
History: En. Sec. 2, Ch. 36, L. 2017; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 287, L. 2019.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 3. Licensing › 37-11-320. Duty to report violations -- immunity from liability

37-11-320. Duty to report violations -- immunity from liability.
(1) Notwithstanding any provision of state law regarding the confidentiality of health care information, a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant shall report to the board any information that appears to show that another physical therapist or physical therapist assistant is:
(a) mentally or physically unable to engage safely in the practice of physical therapy or practice as an assistant; or
(b) guilty of any act, omission, or condition that is grounds for disciplinary action under 37-11-321.
(2) There is no liability on the part of and no cause of action may arise against a physical therapist or a physical therapist assistant who in good faith provides information to the board as required by subsection (1).
History: En. Sec. 2, Ch. 55, L. 1987; amd. Sec. 13, Ch. 253, L. 1995.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 3. Licensing › 37-11-321. Refusal to issue or renew license

37-11-321. Refusal to issue or renew license.
The board, after due notice and hearing, may refuse to license any applicant and may refuse to renew, may suspend, may revoke, or may take lesser disciplinary action on the license of any licensed person who:
(1) is habitually intoxicated or is addicted to the use of narcotic drugs;
(2) has been convicted of violating any state or federal narcotic law, subject to chapter 1, part 2;
(3) is, in the judgment of the board, guilty of immoral or unprofessional conduct as defined by board rule;
(4) has been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude, subject to chapter 1, part 2;
(5) is guilty, in the judgment of the board, of gross negligence in the practice of physical therapy or practice as an assistant;
(6) has obtained or attempted to obtain licensure by fraud or material misrepresentation;
(7) has been committed pursuant to 53-21-127 by a court of competent jurisdiction and has not been released from commitment and declared not to require further commitment;
(8) has treated or undertaken to treat ailments of human beings otherwise than by physical therapy;
(9) is guilty, in the judgment of the board, of conduct unbecoming a person licensed as a physical therapist or assistant or of conduct detrimental to the best interests of the public; or
(10) has practiced physical therapy or has practiced as an assistant beyond the scope and limitation of the person's training and education.
History: En. Sec. 9, Ch. 39, L. 1961; amd. Sec. 25, Ch. 101, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2509; amd. Sec. 17, Ch. 491, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 14, Ch. 253, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 9, Ch. 490, L. 1997.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 11. Physical Therapy › Part 3. Licensing › 37-11-322. Repealed

37-11-322. Repealed.
Sec. 10, Ch. 366, L. 2023.
History: En. Sec. 16, Ch. 39, L. 1961; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2516.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 12. Chiropractic › Part 1. General › 37-12-101. Definitions -- practice of chiropractic

37-12-101. Definitions -- practice of chiropractic.
Unless the context requires otherwise, in this chapter, the following definitions apply:
(1) "Board" means the board of chiropractors provided for in 2-15-1737.
(2) "Department" means the department of labor and industry provided for in Title 2, chapter 15, part 17.
(3) "Chiropractic" is the system of specific adjustment or manipulation of the articulations and tissues of the body, particularly of the spinal column, for the correction of nerve interference and includes the use of recognized diagnostic and treatment methods as taught in chiropractic colleges but does not include surgery or the prescription or use of drugs.
History: (1)En. 66-501.1 by Sec. 46, Ch. 350, L. 1974; Sec. 66-501.1, R.C.M. 1947; (2)En. initiative measure, Nov. 1918; effective under governor's proclamation, Dec. 28, 1918; re-en. Sec. 3144, R.C.M. 1921; re-en. Sec. 3144, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 579, L. 1977; Sec. 66-507, R.C.M. 1947; R.C.M. 1947, 66-501.1, 66-507(1); amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 274, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 121, Ch. 483, L. 2001.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 12. Chiropractic › Part 1. General › 37-12-102. Exemptions -- limitations on construction of chapter

37-12-102. Exemptions -- limitations on construction of chapter.
This chapter may not be construed to restrain or restrict any legally licensed physician or surgeon or any legally licensed osteopath in the practice of those professions. The practice of chiropractic as defined in this chapter is declared not to be the practice of medicine or surgery within the meaning of the laws of the state of Montana defining medicine and surgery and is further declared not to be the practice of osteopathy within the meaning of the laws of the state of Montana defining osteopathy. Licensed chiropractors are not subject to the provisions of this title pertaining to the practice of osteopathy or liable to any prosecution under those provisions.
History: En. initiative measure, Nov. 1918; effective under governor's proclamation, Dec. 28, 1918; re-en. Sec. 3154, R.C.M. 1921; re-en. Sec. 3154, R.C.M. 1935; R.C.M. 1947, 66-517; amd. Sec. 17, Ch. 224, L. 2003.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 12. Chiropractic › Part 1. General › 37-12-103. Duties of chiropractic practitioners

37-12-103. Duties of chiropractic practitioners.
Chiropractic practitioners shall observe and be subject to all state and municipal regulations relating to the control of contagious and infectious diseases, sign death and birth certificates, and as to any and all matters pertaining to public health, report to the proper health officers the same as other practitioners.
History: En. initiative measure, Nov. 1918; effective under governor's proclamation, Dec. 28, 1918; re-en. Sec. 3145, R.C.M. 1921; re-en. Sec. 3145, R.C.M. 1935; R.C.M. 1947, 66-508.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 12. Chiropractic › Part 1. General › 37-12-104. Rights and limitations governing practice

37-12-104. Rights and limitations governing practice.
(1) Chiropractors licensed under this chapter shall have the right to practice that science defined as chiropractic under 37-12-101 in accordance with the method, thought, and practice of chiropractors, and they shall be permitted to use the prefix "Dr." or "Doctor" as a title but shall not in any way imply that they are medical doctors, osteopaths, or surgeons. They shall not prescribe for or administer to any person any medicine or drugs or practice medicine or surgery or osteopathy, except that the use of antiseptics for purposes of sanitation and hygiene and to prevent infection and contagion shall be permitted.
(2) Licensed chiropractors may diagnose, palpate, and treat the human body by the application of manipulative, manual, mechanical, and dietetic methods, including chiropractic physiotherapy, the use of supportive appliances, analytical instruments, and diagnostic x-ray in accordance with guidelines promulgated or approved by state or federal health regulatory agencies.
History: (1)En. initiative measure, Nov. 1918; effective under governor's proclamation, Dec. 28, 1918; re-en. Sec. 3146, R.C.M. 1921; re-en. Sec. 3146, R.C.M. 1935; Sec. 66-509, R.C.M. 1947; (2)En. initiative measure, Nov. 1918; effective under governor's proclamation, Dec. 28, 1918; re-en. Sec. 3144, R.C.M. 1921; re-en. Sec. 3144, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 579, L. 1977; Sec. 66-507, R.C.M. 1947; R.C.M. 1947, 66-507(2), 66-509; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 203, L. 1989.