This bill revises existing alcohol laws in Montana to introduce regulations regarding the self-service of beer and wine. It allows customers to self-pour these beverages under specific conditions, such as when they are provided by an on-premises licensee or their employees. The bill specifies that self-service does not include liquor and outlines that self-pour can occur using electronic or technology-based devices that measure and dispense predetermined volumes of beer or wine, provided these devices are monitored by the licensee or their staff to prevent over-serving.

Additionally, the bill amends the definition of "gift certificate" to clarify that methods of payment for beer and wine using technology-based devices do not fall under this category. It also includes amendments to sections 16-3-311 and 30-14-102 of the Montana Code Annotated, ensuring that the new regulations align with existing laws governing alcohol service and consumer protections. Overall, the bill aims to modernize alcohol service practices while maintaining safety and regulatory oversight.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 16-3-311
HB0123_1(1): 16-3-311
HB0123_1(2): 16-3-311
HB0123_1(3): 16-3-311
HB0123_1(4): 16-3-311
HB0123_1(5): 16-3-311
HB0123_1(6): 16-3-311
HB0123_1(7): 16-3-311
HB0123_1: 16-3-311
HB0123_2(1): 16-3-311, 30-14-102
HB0123_2(10): 16-3-311
HB0123_2(11): 16-3-311
HB0123_2(12): 16-3-311
HB0123_2(13): 16-3-311
HB0123_2(14): 16-3-311
HB0123_2(15): 16-3-311
HB0123_2(2): 16-3-311, 30-14-102
HB0123_2(3): 16-3-311, 30-14-102
HB0123_2(4): 16-3-311
HB0123_2(5): 16-3-311
HB0123_2(6): 16-3-311
HB0123_2(7): 16-3-311
HB0123_2(8): 16-3-311
HB0123_2(9): 16-3-311
HB0123_2: 16-3-311, 30-14-102
HB0123_X(1): 16-3-311, 30-14-102
HB0123_X(2): 16-3-311, 30-14-102
HB0123_X(3): 16-3-311, 30-14-102
HB0123_X(4): 16-3-311, 30-14-102
HB0123_X(5): 16-3-311, 30-14-102
HB0123_X: 16-3-311, 30-14-102