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MontanaHB 79269th Legislature, Regular Session (2025)HouseWALLET

Generally revise laws related to cannabis labeling and education

Sponsored By: Melody Cunningham (Democrat)

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

7 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 5 mixed.

New fees for marijuana businesses and workers

Beginning July 1, 2026, the department sets fees for labs, background checks, worker permits, and transporter licenses. It may set other program fees as needed. Fees must cover program costs but cannot be higher than necessary. Businesses and workers must pay these fees to stay licensed or employed.

Stronger warnings at marijuana stores

Beginning July 1, 2026, every product package must show the department’s warning label next to the universal symbol, in a clear, readable font. All exit packaging at checkout must print each required warning and include a QR code to help with marijuana addiction. Every store must post a consumer education poster at each point of sale. Posters must be at least 8.5"×11", show the universal symbol, the full warning text, a website, a phone number, and a QR code for addiction help.

Tighter testing and product safety rules

Beginning July 1, 2026, the department sets testing and retesting standards, including for samples taken during inspections. It sets how much test results can vary before an investigation starts. It sets rules to limit or prohibit unsafe or contaminated marijuana, products, and accessories. It also sets how to collect and destroy samples that fail tests.

How and when new rules apply

The department may not adopt rules that are unduly burdensome or that undermine the law’s purposes. It can consult with or contract other public agencies to carry out duties. All changes in this act take effect July 1, 2026.

Clear rules for marijuana advertising

Beginning July 1, 2026, the department defines what counts as illegal marijuana advertising. It sets standards for online and electronic ads allowed by law. Businesses must follow these rules when they advertise.

Clearer labels and child-safe packaging

Beginning July 1, 2026, product labels must list active ingredients, including THC, CBD, and other cannabinoids. Labels must show milligrams per serving, number of servings, and sale limits. Packaging cannot be made to attract children and must be resealable and child-resistant. Packages must include the warning labels required by law.

State can set THC potency limits

Beginning July 1, 2026, the department can study THC potency and set percentage limits if it finds limits are needed. Any caps follow an investigation and department decision. Limits could change which products producers and sellers can offer.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • Melody Cunningham

    Democrat • House

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 564 • No: 23

House vote • 4/18/2025

Do Concur

Yes: 99 • No: 0

House vote • 4/17/2025

Do Concur

Yes: 98 • No: 1

House vote • 4/7/2025

Do Concur

Yes: 46 • No: 3

House vote • 4/5/2025

Do Concur

Yes: 39 • No: 6

House vote • 3/7/2025

Do Pass

Yes: 94 • No: 5

House vote • 3/5/2025

AMD-HB0792.001.001 Cunningham DO PASS

Yes: 98 • No: 0

House vote • 3/5/2025

Do Pass As Amended

Yes: 90 • No: 8

Actions Timeline

  1. Chapter Number Assigned

    5/13/2025House

  2. Signed by Governor

    5/8/2025House

  3. Transmitted to Governor

    5/1/2025House

  4. Signed by President

    5/1/2025Senate

  5. Signed by Speaker

    4/29/2025House

  6. Returned from Enrolling

    4/21/2025House

  7. Sent to Enrolling

    4/18/2025House

  8. 3rd Reading Passed as Amended by Senate

    4/18/2025House

  9. 2nd Reading Senate Amendments Concurred

    4/17/2025House

  10. Returned to House with Amendments

    4/7/2025Senate

  11. 3rd Reading Concurred

    4/7/2025Senate

  12. 2nd Reading Concurred

    4/5/2025Senate

  13. Committee Report--Bill Concurred as Amended

    4/2/2025Senate

  14. Committee Executive Action--Bill Concurred as Amended

    4/2/2025Senate

  15. Hearing

    3/24/2025Senate

  16. Referred to Committee

    3/19/2025Senate

  17. First Reading

    3/14/2025Senate

  18. Transmitted to Senate

    3/7/2025House

  19. 3rd Reading Passed

    3/7/2025House

  20. 2nd Reading Motion to Amend Carried

    3/5/2025House

  21. Committee Report--Bill Passed

    3/3/2025House

  22. Fiscal Note Printed

    3/3/2025House

  23. Fiscal Note Signed

    3/3/2025House

  24. Committee Executive Action--Bill Passed

    3/3/2025House

  25. Fiscal Note Received

    3/3/2025House

Bill Text

  • Enrolled

    4/21/2025

    PDF

  • As Amended (Version 3)

    4/2/2025

    PDF

  • As Amended (Version 2)

    3/5/2025

    PDF

  • Introduced

    2/26/2025

    PDF

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