House Bill No. [insert bill number] aims to revise marijuana laws in Montana, specifically focusing on the regulation of edible marijuana products. The bill introduces a new limit on the THC content for edible marijuana products, capping it at 100 milligrams per package, with individual servings restricted to 5 milligrams of THC, down from the previous limit of 10 milligrams. Additionally, the bill amends existing regulations regarding packaging, requiring that all marijuana products be sold in resealable, child-resistant packaging that meets federal standards. The bill also includes provisions for the licensing of dispensaries, establishing a fee structure and compliance requirements for both adult-use and medical marijuana dispensaries.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that dispensaries may not sell marijuana products with THC levels exceeding the specified limits, although registered cardholders may access products with higher THC potency. The legislation also includes a delayed effective date, with the new regulations set to take effect on July 1, 2026. Overall, this bill seeks to enhance consumer safety and regulate the marijuana market more effectively by implementing stricter guidelines on THC content and packaging standards.

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(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