The bill aims to revise marijuana laws in Montana, specifically focusing on restrictions related to edible marijuana products, THC serving sizes, and the number of servings per package. It amends Section 16-12-224, which outlines the licensing of dispensaries, and introduces a new effective date of July 1, 2026. Key changes include limiting the THC content in edible marijuana products to a maximum of 100 milligrams per package, with individual servings capped at 5 milligrams of THC, down from the previous limit of 10 milligrams.

Additionally, the bill modifies existing regulations regarding the packaging and labeling of marijuana products, ensuring that they are child-resistant and comply with federal standards. It also establishes a tiered licensing fee structure for dispensaries, starting at $5,000 for the first location and increasing by $5,000 for each additional location. The legislation emphasizes the need for compliance with local government approval and sets forth guidelines for the inspection and investigation of dispensaries to ensure adherence to the new regulations.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_1(1): 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_1(2): 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_1(3): 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_1(4): 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_1(5): 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_1(6): 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_1: 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_2(1): 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_2(10): 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_2(11): 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_2(12): 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_2(2): 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_2(3): 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_2(4): 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_2(5): 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_2(6): 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_2(7): 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_2(8): 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_2(9): 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_2: 16-12-208, 16-12-224
HB0636_X(1): 16-12-224
HB0636_X(10): 16-12-224
HB0636_X(11): 16-12-224
HB0636_X(2): 16-12-224
HB0636_X(3): 16-12-224
HB0636_X(4): 16-12-224
HB0636_X(5): 16-12-224
HB0636_X(6): 16-12-224
HB0636_X(7): 16-12-224
HB0636_X(8): 16-12-224
HB0636_X(9): 16-12-224
HB0636_X: 16-12-224