Revising laws related to professional licensing injunctions and penalties

HB 296 revises Montana's laws concerning professional and occupational licensing, affecting individuals in various regulated professions and their respective licensing boards. The bill modifies the general disciplinary authority of these boards, which includes powers like license revocation, suspension, and probation. It amends a general provision regarding injunctions for unlicensed practice, replacing it with a statement that no action may be taken against a person in compliance with state adult-use cannabis laws. Additionally, the bill updates specific licensing requirements and clarifies unlawful acts for professions such as optometry, physical therapy, and naturopathy, while maintaining their specific boards' ability to pursue injunctions against unauthorized practice within their fields.