This joint resolution from the Montana Legislature urges the United States Congress to take action to enhance the production and distribution of brucellosis vaccinations for livestock. Brucellosis, a contagious disease affecting cattle, bison, and swine, poses significant risks to livestock health, including stillbirth and infertility, with vaccination being the only effective prevention method. The resolution highlights the current challenges faced due to a shortage of the Brucella abortus vaccine, produced solely by the Colorado Serum Company, which has been exacerbated by production issues and shipping delays.

The resolution calls for Congress to enact legislation that would expand the availability of brucellosis vaccinations, provide assistance to states for rapid response to outbreaks, and create funding opportunities for preventative vaccinations. Additionally, it requests that the Secretary of State send copies of the resolution to various federal and state officials to emphasize the urgency of addressing this public health concern for livestock in Montana.