Senate Joint Memorial No. 115 expresses the concerns of the Idaho Legislature regarding the overpopulation of pelicans in the state, which are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918 (MBTA). The memorial highlights the importance of Idaho's ecosystems, such as Harriman State Park and various national wildlife refuges, which provide critical habitats for migratory birds, including pelicans. While the MBTA has successfully aided in the recovery of the pelican population, the memorial argues that their increasing numbers are negatively impacting local ecosystems and fishing opportunities, as pelicans are documented to consume more fish than local fishermen.

The memorial calls on the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to consider measures to reduce the pelican population in Idaho and urges the federal government to provide compensation to the state for the loss of resources attributed to this overpopulation. The resolution aims to address the balance between protecting migratory bird species and ensuring the health of Idaho's fishing industry and ecosystems. A copy of the memorial is to be forwarded to key federal officials, including the President and congressional representatives from Idaho.