Senate Joint Resolution No. [number], introduced by B. Usher at the request of the Law and Justice Interim Committee, seeks to disapprove several rules of practice and procedure adopted by the Montana Supreme Court. The resolution cites Article VII, section 2 of the Montana Constitution, which grants the Supreme Court the authority to establish such rules but also allows for legislative disapproval within two sessions following their promulgation. The resolution specifically disapproves revisions to various rules, including the Montana Rules of Civil Procedure, Rules of Appellate Procedure, Uniform District Court Rules, and others, as adopted on various dates from 2021 to 2024.

Additionally, the resolution urges the Montana Supreme Court to provide explanatory testimony regarding these rules to the 69th Legislature. It also mandates that the Secretary of State send copies of the resolution to relevant parties, including the Montana Supreme Court, the State Bar of Montana, the Judicial Standards Commission, and the Montana Judges Association. This action reflects the Legislature's oversight role in the judicial rule-making process and its commitment to ensuring transparency and accountability in the legal framework of the state.