House Joint Resolution No. 66, introduced by S. Howell, requests an interim study to assess the impacts of recent and potential changes to federal funding on the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS). The resolution highlights that the DPHHS budget is significantly reliant on federal funding, with 68.3% of its budget sourced from federal dollars. The study aims to evaluate how these funding changes could affect various agency operations, personnel, and the sustainability of programs that depend on federal support.

The Legislative Council is tasked with designating the Legislative Finance Committee to conduct this analysis, which will include reviewing federal directives since January 20, 2025, and their implications for Montana citizens and government programs. The committee is expected to present its findings to relevant interim committees and complete the study by September 15, 2026, with a final report to be delivered to the 70th Legislature.