MT HB49

Prohibits the manufacture, processing, storage, or sale of synthetic cannabinoids and synthetic cannabinoid products, with synthetic cannabinoids defined as those produced artificially through chemical synthesis or biosynthesis using recombinant biological agents like yeast and algae

Limits hemp and hemp products sold outside licensed marijuana dispensaries to no more than 0.5 milligrams of total delta-9 THC per serving and 2 milligrams per package, with an exemption for unadulterated hemp flower

Grants rulemaking authority to the Department of Revenue to implement the ban on synthetic cannabinoids, including identifying what constitutes a synthetic cannabinoid and the production processes used

Authorizes multiple agencies (Department of Agriculture, Department of Justice, DPHHS, local law enforcement, county attorneys, and Department of Revenue) to investigate businesses for violations, with penalties up to $1,000 per day for cease and desist order violations

Violations may be enforced as criminal distribution, possession, or production of dangerous drugs, and selling synthetic cannabinoid products to children constitutes unlawful transactions with children (up to $500 fine and 6 months jail for first offense)