Senate Bill No. [insert bill number] seeks to revise Montana's laws regarding recreational marijuana by instituting a requirement for individuals to obtain a marijuana identification card to purchase marijuana or marijuana products. The bill outlines eligibility criteria for obtaining this card, including being at least 21 years old, submitting a $200 application fee, and proving Montana residency. The Department of Revenue will maintain a registry of cardholders, issue identification cards, and ensure law enforcement has access to current cardholder information. The bill also mandates annual renewal of these cards and requires cardholders to notify the department of any personal information changes. Additionally, it replaces references to "adults 21 years of age or older" with "marijuana cardholders and registered cardholders," thereby limiting access to marijuana to those with the appropriate identification.

The legislation further amends various sections of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to clarify definitions and responsibilities related to marijuana regulation. It introduces new license types, such as a marijuana transporter license and a combined-use marijuana license, while establishing a probationary license for applicants seeking ISO accreditation. The bill emphasizes the tracking of marijuana products from seed to sale, requires dispensaries to implement a semi-cashless payment system, and clarifies that individuals under 21 cannot possess or use marijuana unless they are registered cardholders. It also prohibits marijuana cultivation in visible areas from public spaces and allows licensed facilities to permit marijuana use by registered cardholders. The bill aims to streamline the regulatory framework for marijuana in Montana, ensuring compliance with safety standards and enhancing accountability within the industry.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 16-12-101, 16-12-102, 16-12-104, 16-12-105, 16-12-106, 16-12-108, 16-12-109, 16-12-110, 16-12-111, 16-12-201, 16-12-202, 16-12-203, 16-12-206, 16-12-208, 16-12-210, 16-12-222, 16-12-224, 16-12-503, 16-12-513, 16-12-515, 16-12-533, 18-7-101, 41-5-216, 45-9-203, 46-18-202, 61-11-101
SB0255_1(1): 16-12-101, 16-12-102, 16-12-104, 16-12-105, 16-12-106, 16-12-108, 16-12-109, 16-12-110, 16-12-111, 16-12-201, 16-12-202, 16-12-203, 16-12-206, 16-12-208, 16-12-210, 16-12-222, 16-12-224, 16-12-503, 16-12-513, 16-12-515, 16-12-533, 18-7-101, 41-5-216, 45-9-203, 46-18-202, 61-11-101
SB0255_1(2): 16-12-101, 16-12-102, 16-12-104, 16-12-105, 16-12-106, 16-12-108, 16-12-109, 16-12-110, 16-12-111, 16-12-201, 16-12-202, 16-12-203, 16-12-206, 16-12-208, 16-12-210, 16-12-222, 16-12-224, 16-12-503, 16-12-513, 16-12-515, 16-12-533, 18-7-101, 41-5-216, 45-9-203, 46-18-202, 61-11-101
SB0255_1(3): 16-12-101, 16-12-102, 16-12-104, 16-12-105, 16-12-106, 16-12-108, 16-12-109, 16-12-110, 16-12-111, 16-12-201, 16-12-202, 16-12-203, 16-12-206, 16-12-208, 16-12-210, 16-12-222, 16-12-224, 16-12-503, 16-12-513, 16-12-515, 16-12-533, 18-7-101, 41-5-216, 45-9-203, 46-18-202, 61-11-101
SB0255_1: 16-12-101, 16-12-102, 16-12-104, 16-12-105, 16-12-106, 16-12-108, 16-12-109, 16-12-110, 16-12-111, 16-12-201, 16-12-202, 16-12-203, 16-12-206, 16-12-208, 16-12-210, 16-12-222, 16-12-224, 16-12-503, 16-12-513, 16-12-515, 16-12-533, 18-7-101, 41-5-216, 45-9-203, 46-18-202, 61-11-101