Montana Legislature Passes Bill to Allow Tribes to Enter into Cannabis Compacts
Helena, MT – In a significant move toward economic empowerment for Native American communities, the Montana Legislature has passed a bill enabling the state’s eight federally recognized tribes to enter into cannabis compacts. This legislation allows tribes to cultivate and sell marijuana products within 150 miles of their reservations, expanding their economic opportunities in the burgeoning cannabis industry. (apnews.com)
The bill, which passed the Montana Senate with a 34-16 vote, aligns with a voter-approved ballot measure to legalize recreational marijuana sales. It also includes provisions for tax revenue allocation, directing funds toward addiction treatment programs and statewide conservation efforts. (apnews.com)
Senator Jason Small, a Republican member of the Northern Cheyenne Nation, emphasized the importance of the legislation for Native communities. "It’s going to allow them to get into the game finally," he said. (apnews.com)
The Crow Tribe has already taken steps to participate in the cannabis industry by approving an ordinance to oversee its own cultivation and sale of marijuana, aiming to diversify its economy. (apnews.com)
This legislative development marks a pivotal moment in Montana’s cannabis landscape, fostering greater inclusion and economic growth for Native American tribes.
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