Senate Bill No. [insert bill number] aims to revise laws concerning intoxicating products intended for human consumption in Montana. The bill prohibits the consumption of any intoxicating products that are not specifically authorized and regulated by the state. It establishes that individuals consuming unregulated intoxicating products will be guilty of a misdemeanor, with penalties outlined in existing law. Notably, the bill clarifies that the term "intoxicating effect" does not include caffeinated beverages or herbal tea. Additionally, the bill amends existing definitions related to hemp and marijuana, removing previous regulations that placed hemp products under the Department of Revenue's oversight.

The bill also introduces new criminal penalties for violations and amends several sections of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA), specifically sections 16-12-102, 16-12-117, and 80-18-101. The amendments include the removal of certain definitions and regulations concerning hemp and marijuana, streamlining the legal framework surrounding these substances. The intent is to ensure that only products that are regulated and authorized by the state can be consumed, thereby enhancing public safety and compliance with state laws.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 16-12-102, 16-12-117, 80-18-101
SB0461_1(1): 16-12-102, 16-12-117, 80-18-101
SB0461_1(2): 16-12-102, 16-12-117, 80-18-101
SB0461_1(3): 16-12-102, 16-12-117, 80-18-101
SB0461_1: 16-12-102, 16-12-117, 80-18-101
SB0461_2(1): 16-12-102, 16-12-117, 80-18-101
SB0461_2(2): 16-12-102, 16-12-117, 80-18-101
SB0461_2(3): 16-12-102, 16-12-117, 80-18-101
SB0461_2(4): 16-12-102, 16-12-117, 80-18-101
SB0461_2(5): 16-12-102, 16-12-117, 80-18-101
SB0461_2(6): 16-12-102, 16-12-117, 80-18-101
SB0461_2(7): 16-12-102, 16-12-117, 80-18-101
SB0461_2(8): 16-12-102, 16-12-117, 80-18-101
SB0461_2(9): 16-12-102, 16-12-117, 80-18-101
SB0461_2: 16-12-102, 16-12-117, 80-18-101