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) encourage local economic development organizations;

(d) create partnerships between the state, local governments, tribal governments, and local economic development organizations that are interested in pursuing these same economic development goals;

(e) retain or expand existing businesses;

(f) provide a better life for future generations through greater economic growth and prosperity in Montana; and

(g) encourage workforce development, including workforce training and job creation, in high-poverty counties by providing targeted assistance.

(2) As provided in 30-20-206, manufacturing ammunition components is a qualified economic development purpose.