House Joint Resolution No. HJ0068, introduced by C. Schomer, requests an interim study of the Montana State Fund's Plan 3 workers' compensation insurance for state employees. The resolution calls for the Legislative Council to designate an appropriate interim committee to conduct the study, which will focus on various aspects of the insurance plan, including class codes, rates, tiers, discounts, dividends, and the potential monetary incentives for agents acquiring state employee policies. The interim committee is also encouraged to collaborate with stakeholders such as business owners and representatives from the Montana State Fund.
The resolution specifies that all aspects of the study must be completed by September 15, 2026, and requires that the final results, including findings, conclusions, comments, or recommendations, be reported to the 70th Legislature. Notably, the resolution removes previous language regarding the oversight of the Montana State Fund by various entities and allegations of impropriety and mishandling of funds, indicating a shift in focus towards a more constructive examination of the workers' compensation insurance system.