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This joint resolution requests the Legislative Council to designate an interim committee to conduct a comprehensive study on the public health and safety impacts of marijuana legalization in Montana. The study will examine emergency room trends related to marijuana use, youth marijuana consumption and its effects on academic performance, criminal justice implications, substance use disorder treatment demands, mental health disorders associated with marijuana, and data collection gaps. The resolution requires engaging diverse stakeholders including schools, law enforcement, health professionals, and community leaders to ensure a collaborative and objective analysis. By September 15, 2026, the committee will compile a detailed report with data summaries, policy recommendations, and strategies to improve prevention, treatment access, youth protection, and public safety. The final study results will be reported to the 70th Legislature, aiming to provide policymakers with a comprehensive understanding of marijuana legalization's multifaceted impacts on Montana's communities, with a particular focus on identifying challenges and potential interventions to mitigate potential negative consequences.

Health and Social Services, Justice

https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC1813