The bill amends Section 16-4-418 of the Montana Code Annotated to revise the provisions regarding concession agreements for the sale of alcoholic beverages. It allows licensees to compensate concessionaires based on a percentage of gross or net alcoholic beverage sales, in addition to other compensation methods such as a percentage of employee overhead or a fixed dollar amount. The bill also stipulates that if the compensation structure changes, the licensee must provide the department with a copy of the amended arrangement, although the department cannot deny it as long as it meets the outlined requirements.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that a concession agreement does not constitute an ownership interest in the license and establishes a standardized concession agreement format that includes only the requirements specified in the section. It also sets forth application fees for new concession agreements and annual renewal fees, ensuring that the department has a clear framework for managing these agreements. Overall, the bill aims to provide more flexibility in compensation arrangements while maintaining regulatory oversight.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 16-4-418
HB0391_1(1): 16-4-418
HB0391_1(2): 16-4-418
HB0391_1: 16-4-418