This bill aims to revise various laws related to marijuana, specifically addressing the licensing and operational requirements for dispensaries. Key changes include the addition of preschools to the distance requirement for licensed premises, which will impact where dispensaries can be located in relation to these educational facilities. The bill also introduces a combined-use license that allows for an increase in canopy tiers, potentially enabling dispensaries to expand their cultivation areas. Additionally, it revises the fee structure for licensing dispensaries and mandates a report to the Board of Medical Examiners under certain conditions.

Furthermore, the bill includes an appropriation to support its implementation and amends several sections of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA), specifically sections 16-12-102, 16-12-201, 16-12-207, 16-12-223, 16-12-224, 16-12-225, and 16-12-509. These amendments are intended to streamline the regulatory framework surrounding marijuana dispensaries and ensure compliance with updated standards. The bill outlines effective dates for these changes, signaling a significant shift in the state's approach to marijuana regulation.

Statutes affected:
HB0903_1.pdf: 16-12-223, 16-12-225
HB0903_2.pdf: 16-12-223, 16-12-225
Amended: 16-12-102, 16-12-201, 16-12-207, 16-12-223, 16-12-224, 16-12-225, 16-12-509
Introduced: 16-12-223, 16-12-225