Interim study on transferring fiscal note production from executive branch to legislative branch

House Joint Resolution 40 (HJ 40) is a legislative measure requesting an interim study in Montana. This study will explore the benefits and drawbacks of transferring the responsibility for producing fiscal notes - which estimate the financial impact of proposed bills - from the executive branch to the legislative branch. The Legislative Council will designate a committee to conduct this study, with support from legislative divisions. The committee is required to complete its work by September 15, 2026, and report its findings to the 70th Legislature.