Senate Resolution No. 2025SR0001.2, introduced by T. McGillvray at the request of the Senate Rules Committee, establishes the operational framework and governance of the Montana Senate. It outlines the roles and responsibilities of Senate officers, including the President, President pro tempore, and majority and minority leaders, detailing their election processes, terms of office, and duties such as maintaining order and managing the legislative calendar. The resolution also sets forth procedures for succession in case of an officer's absence and emphasizes the importance of maintaining a Senate journal to document proceedings.

Additionally, the resolution specifies procedural rules for committee meetings and legislative processes, including the requirement for public notice, recording of meetings, and the handling of bills. It establishes that committees cannot meet while the Senate is in session without the President's permission and outlines the authority of committees to act on bills. The resolution also details the processes for voting, reconsideration of bills, and handling nominations, ensuring a structured and transparent legislative process while allowing for public engagement and flexibility in committee operations.