This bill revises existing laws concerning continuing care retirement community (CCRC) licenses in Montana, specifically addressing the sale and service of alcoholic beverages. It introduces provisions that allow licensed CCRCs to sell alcohol at multiple service locations on their campus, including outdoor areas and separate buildings, as long as these locations are controlled by the licensee and include food service. Additionally, the bill permits the delivery of alcohol to residents' individual living units within the CCRC, provided that the purchaser is verified as a current resident. The bill also clarifies definitions related to CCRCs, including what constitutes a campus and the levels of care provided.

Key amendments include the removal of restrictions on the number of licenses a CCRC can hold, allowing for multiple licenses as long as each is approved for a single campus. The bill also mandates that licensees inform the department before making deliveries of alcohol to residents. Furthermore, it establishes training requirements for employees involved in the sale and service of alcohol, ensuring compliance with state laws. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 16-4-315
HB0491_1(1): 16-4-315
HB0491_1(2): 16-4-315
HB0491_1(3): 16-4-315
HB0491_1(4): 16-4-315
HB0491_1(5): 16-4-315
HB0491_1(6): 16-4-315
HB0491_1(7): 16-4-315
HB0491_1: 16-4-315
HB0491_2(1): 16-3-302, 16-4-315, 16-4-1005
HB0491_2(10): 16-4-315
HB0491_2(11): 16-4-315
HB0491_2(12): 16-4-315
HB0491_2(13): 16-4-315
HB0491_2(14): 16-4-315
HB0491_2(2): 16-3-302, 16-4-315, 16-4-1005
HB0491_2(3): 16-3-302, 16-4-315, 16-4-1005
HB0491_2(4): 16-4-315, 16-4-1005
HB0491_2(5): 16-4-315
HB0491_2(6): 16-4-315
HB0491_2(7): 16-4-315
HB0491_2(8): 16-4-315
HB0491_2(9): 16-4-315
HB0491_2: 16-3-302, 16-4-315, 16-4-1005
HB0491_X(1): 16-3-302, 16-4-315, 16-4-1005
HB0491_X(2): 16-3-302, 16-4-315, 16-4-1005
HB0491_X(3): 16-3-302, 16-4-315, 16-4-1005
HB0491_X(4): 16-3-302, 16-4-315, 16-4-1005
HB0491_X(5): 16-3-302, 16-4-315, 16-4-1005
HB0491_X: 16-3-302, 16-4-315, 16-4-1005