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LC 867

Provide marijuana education and prevention program appropriation

2025 Regular Session

Montana bill to fund marijuana education and prevention programs died in legislative process without formal consideration or passage.

(LC) Draft Died in Process
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Bill Summary · LC 867

Legislative bill overview

LC 867 would have appropriated state funding for marijuana education and prevention programs in Montana. The bill progressed through the legislative drafting process but ultimately died without being formally introduced for a vote during the legislative session.

Why is this important

Marijuana education and prevention programs affect public health outcomes, particularly among youth, and influence how states address substance use as legalization becomes more common. Funding decisions in this area reflect priorities around public health messaging, addiction prevention, and regulatory compliance in states with legal cannabis markets.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding amount and source – Disagreement over how much to spend and whether funds should come from general revenue, marijuana tax revenue, or existing health budgets
  • Program effectiveness – Debate over which prevention approaches are evidence-based and whether education dollars are well-spent compared to treatment services
  • Legalization messaging conflict – Tension between cannabis legalization efforts and prevention messaging that may discourage use

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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