HB688

Generally revise marijuana laws

Failed·5/22/25
Introduced Text

Montana HB688 revises marijuana laws, allowing local governments to regulate marijuana businesses and requiring elections on marijuana business.

Montana HB688 generally revises marijuana laws by allowing local governments to regulate marijuana businesses, including inspections and compliance with public health and safety requirements. The bill mandates that certain marijuana business categories must be approved through local elections. It specifies the form of ballot questions for prohibiting marijuana cultivation or manufacturing in a county or municipality. The bill also outlines the process for holding elections and the conditions under which marijuana businesses can operate in a jurisdiction.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

10 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Apr 4, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Local Government Hearing

Feb 28, 2025

7:00 AM

House State Administration Hearing

History

May 22, 2025

Senate

(S) Died in Standing Committee

Apr 9, 2025

Senate

(S) Tabled in Committee (S) Local Government

Mar 19, 2025

Senate

(S) Hearing (S) Local Government