The bill revises the existing alcohol laws in Montana by amending Section 16-4-1006, MCA, to establish a more structured framework for responsible server and sales training programs. It introduces a requirement for the department to certify two distinct classes of training programs based on the employment context of the server: one for employees at licensed locations that allow on-premises alcohol consumption, and another for employees at locations that only permit off-premises consumption. The bill specifies that the training program for off-premises consumption must take at least half the time of the on-premises program.

Additionally, the bill maintains the core components of the training programs, which include education on the effects of alcohol, identification checking procedures, and skills for managing difficult situations. The amendments aim to enhance the training process by tailoring it to the specific needs of different types of alcohol service environments, thereby promoting responsible alcohol service across the state.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 16-4-1006