How to Talk About I-160

Key Messages Opposing I-160

As we work to educate the rest of Montana about the dangers of I-160, it is importation that we highlight a number of key concepts:

• This initiative will hurt Montana’s agriculture, ranching and forestry industries by significantly adding to the cost of doing business in Montana.
• I-160 will remove an important wildlife management tool from home owners, ranchers, farmers and pest control professionals.
• This initiative will waste taxpayer dollars by forcing public employees to conduct basic pest control on public lands.
• The initiative is so broadly worded, that it would ban the trapping of common pests, like moles and gophers.

Important Things to Remember

• It is important to not be sidetracked into responding to the messages of the supporters of I-160. Instead, stay focused on talking about our key messages.
• If drawn into a face-to-face discussion with the opposition, be sure to be polite and do not be confrontational
• Reference the number and diversity of those opposed to I-160. Feel free to reference examples that are relevant to the people you are speaking to.
  • Click here to see the most up-to-date list of supporters.
• Hunters and sportsmen are strong supporters of our cause, talk to them as much as possible.