Senate Bill No. [insert bill number] aims to revise Montana's drug laws by regulating THC levels in marijuana products. The bill amends Section 16-12-224 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to establish a maximum THC concentration of 15% for all marijuana and marijuana-derived products, including flower, concentrates, tinctures, edibles, capsules, and transdermal patches. Additionally, the bill specifies new limits on the amount of THC allowed in each package, such as 1 ounce of usable marijuana flower, 100 milligrams of THC per capsule, and 800 milligrams of THC per package for various products. The previous limit of 35% THC for marijuana flower has been reduced to 15%, reflecting the bill's intent to mitigate the risks associated with high-potency THC products.

The bill also includes provisions for dispensary licensing, requiring compliance with local government approval and establishing a fee structure for dispensary licenses. It allows adult-use dispensaries to operate alongside medical marijuana dispensaries under shared ownership and mandates that the Department of Health adopt rules to inspect dispensaries and regulate THC content. Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the dangers of high-potency THC, particularly for children, and seeks to protect public health by reducing access to these products.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 16-12-224
SB0443_1(1): 16-12-224
SB0443_1(2): 16-12-224
SB0443_1(3): 16-12-224
SB0443_1(4): 16-12-224
SB0443_1: 16-12-224