Section 90-1-202 - Purpose(1) The legislature finds and declares that economic development is a public purpose. The purpose of the big sky economic development program is to assist in economic development for Montana that will: (a) create good-paying jobs for Montana residents;(b) promote long-term, stable economic growth in Montana;(c) retain or expand existing businesses;(d) provide a better life for future generations through greater economic growth and prosperity in Montana; and(e) encourage workforce development.(2) As provided in 30-20-206, manufacturing ammunition components is a qualified economic development purpose.Amended by Laws 2023, Ch. 636,Sec. 6, eff. 7/1/2023.Amended by Laws 2015, Ch. 440, Sec. 11, eff. 5/6/2015.En. Sec. 3, Ch. 588, L. 2005; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 104, L. 2007; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 460, L. 2009.