Authorizing governor to enter into agreements with tribal governments relating to marijuana

This bill (LC 4323) authorizes Montana's governor to negotiate agreements with federally recognized tribal governments regarding marijuana regulation. The agreements would cover shared issues like law enforcement, commercial sales (including tax exemptions for marijuana grown on tribal land), and cross-border commerce. Tribal businesses must still comply with state licensing when interacting with non-tribal entities. The bill takes effect July 1, 2025.