MT HB123

Exempts customer self-pouring of beer and wine from the definition of prohibited "self-service" when an on-premises licensee has provided the alcohol in large containers (pitchers, buckets, bottles) or through department-approved electronic dispensing devices

Allows self-pour beer and wine systems using electronic or technology-based devices with predetermined volume limits, provided the devices are monitored by licensee staff to prevent overserving

Requires department approval for electronic self-pour systems; liquor is explicitly excluded and cannot be self-poured under any circumstances

Amends consumer protection law to exclude payment methods for technology-based beer and wine dispensing devices from the definition of "gift certificate," avoiding related regulatory requirements

Amends MCA sections 16-3-311 (suitable premises for licensed retail establishments) and 30-14-102 (consumer protection definitions)