The bill is a joint resolution from the Montana Senate and House of Representatives that requests an interim study to assess the impacts of marijuana and fentanyl use in the state. It highlights concerns regarding the increasing abuse of fentanyl and the legalization of recreational marijuana, which was approved by voters in 2020. The resolution calls for the Legislative Council to designate an appropriate committee to conduct the study, which will examine various aspects including health and safety effects of fentanyl, public safety implications of marijuana legalization, and the impact on youth and communities.

The study aims to gather comprehensive data on issues such as hospitalization rates, drug usage among youth, and community complaints related to marijuana cultivation and sales. Additionally, the committee is tasked with considering necessary legislation to implement effective prevention efforts. The findings and conclusions from the study are required to be presented to the designated committee and reported to the 69th Legislature by September 15, 2024.