The bill is a joint resolution from the Montana Legislature recommending consent and approval of the Long-Range Legislative Branch Capitol Development Plan. This plan addresses the longstanding issues of overcrowding and limited public access in the Montana Capitol building, which have been exacerbated over the past two decades. Following the passage of House Bill 856, which allocated current space for legislative functions, the Legislative Council was tasked with developing an updated plan to assess current and future space needs for the Legislative Branch.

The Long-Range Development Plan identifies critical space requirements, including hearing rooms for public involvement, workspace for elected officials and support staff, and temporary staff during legislative sessions. It concludes that the existing Capitol building's capacity has been exceeded and that additional space is necessary for the legislative process to function effectively. The plan serves as a nonbinding template for future capital development decisions, emphasizing the need for further study and legislative input to determine the best implementation strategy moving forward.