Senate Joint Resolution No. SJ 32.1, introduced by D. Lenz, requests an interim study of Citizen Review Boards for child and family services issues in Montana. The resolution highlights the establishment of the Citizen Review Board Program Act in 1993 and its subsequent expansion, emphasizing the importance of citizen involvement in the child protection system. The study aims to explore various aspects of reviving the program, including funding opportunities, administrative needs, coordination among different government levels, and the establishment of statewide standards for citizen review boards.

Additionally, the resolution calls for an examination of potential cost savings for the state through reduced court involvement and how citizen review boards can enhance the child protection system. This includes reviewing the quality and consistency of practices within the Child and Family Services Division, promoting cooperation among community resources, advocating for necessary resources, and analyzing trends to recommend policy changes. The findings from the study are to be presented to an appropriate committee and reported to the 70th Legislature by September 15, 2026.