The bill is a joint resolution from the Montana Legislature requesting an interim study of various professional student exchange programs that are partially funded by state appropriations and administered by the Montana University System. These programs focus on health care fields such as medicine, veterinary medicine, and occupational therapy, among others. The resolution highlights a lack of understanding among legislators regarding the operational details, costs, and benefits of these programs to the state, prompting the need for a comprehensive review.

The resolution calls for the Legislative Council to designate an appropriate committee to compile information about the exchange programs, review their application processes, and assess their overall costs and benefits, particularly in relation to health care availability in Montana. Additionally, the study aims to explore potential improvements to enhance the return on investment for these programs. The Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education is requested to support the study, which must be completed and reported to the 69th Legislature by September 15, 2024.