This joint resolution from the Montana Legislature requests an interim study to explore the implementation of a state cattle assessment and the establishment of a Montana Cattle Committee. The purpose of this committee would be to fund and manage research, promotion, and educational programs aimed at enhancing the state's cattle industry, which is a significant contributor to Montana's agricultural economy. The resolution emphasizes the importance of the beef industry to the state's economy and the need for policies that support its sustainability and competitiveness in the face of various challenges.

The interim committee is tasked with several objectives, including considering the implementation of a state cattle assessment similar to the National Beef Checkoff Program, reviewing how similar assessments have been implemented in other states, and examining stakeholder input regarding a potential referendum among cattle producers. The committee will also investigate options for the collection and distribution of assessment funds and evaluate the structure of a potential commodity board to manage these funds. The study's findings and recommendations are required to be reported to the 70th Legislature by September 15, 2026.