Senate Bill No. [insert bill number] proposes significant revisions to laws concerning alcohol and smoking, specifically by creating a new endorsement for "Cigar Room" alcoholic beverage licenses. This bill replaces the term "Cigar Bar" with "Cigar Room" and establishes requirements for obtaining this endorsement, including the stipulation that premium cigars must be smoked in a separate enclosed space within the licensed premises. The bill also exempts Cigar Rooms from the Clean Indoor Air Act requirements, allowing for smoking in designated areas, and mandates that employees of the Cigar Room may not enter the smoking area while patrons are smoking. Additionally, the bill outlines specific definitions for "premium cigars" and other related terms.

Furthermore, the bill mandates a study of the gaming industry in Montana, to be conducted by the Department of Justice in conjunction with the Gambling Control Division, with a report due by December 1, 2026. This study will assess various aspects of the gaming industry, including bet limits and payout limits, and will provide recommendations for legislative consideration. The bill also includes amendments to existing definitions and provisions related to smoking in enclosed public places, ensuring that Cigar Rooms are recognized as distinct entities under the law.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 50-40-103, 50-40-104
SB0150_1(1): 50-40-103, 50-40-104
SB0150_1(2): 50-40-103, 50-40-104
SB0150_1(3): 50-40-103, 50-40-104
SB0150_1(4): 50-40-103, 50-40-104
SB0150_1(5): 50-40-103, 50-40-104
SB0150_1(6): 50-40-103, 50-40-104
SB0150_1(7): 50-40-103, 50-40-104
SB0150_1(8): 50-40-103, 50-40-104
SB0150_1(9): 50-40-103, 50-40-104
SB0150_1: 50-40-103, 50-40-104
SB0150_2(1): 50-40-103, 50-40-104
SB0150_2(2): 50-40-103, 50-40-104
SB0150_2: 50-40-103, 50-40-104