House Joint Resolution No. 69, introduced by M. Lee, requests an interim study to assess the impacts of recent and potential changes to federal funding on the Montana Department of Military Affairs. The resolution highlights that the department's budget is significantly reliant on federal dollars, with 79.3% of its funding coming from federal sources. It outlines the importance of various programs within the department, such as the Youth ChalleNGe Academy and Disaster and Emergency Services, which depend on federal funding for their operation. The resolution emphasizes the need for the Executive and Legislative branches to prepare for potential actions in response to these funding changes, including budget adjustments and support for affected state employees.

The resolution tasks the Legislative Finance Committee with reviewing federal directives affecting the Department of Military Affairs since January 20, 2025, and analyzing their impact on agency operations, budgets, and personnel. It also calls for an examination of how revenue loss could affect agency functionality and the implications of a reduced federal workforce on the department's projects. The committee is required 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.