This joint resolution from the Montana Legislature requests an interim study aimed at improving school safety across the state. It emphasizes the importance of a safe school environment for both students and educators, highlighting the correlation between safety and academic achievement. The resolution calls for the Legislative Council to designate an appropriate committee to conduct the study, which will involve collaboration with various stakeholders, including educational and law enforcement organizations. The study will focus on evaluating Montana's implementation of the Ten Essential Actions to Improve School Safety, as recommended by the School Safety Working Group of the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services in 2020.

The committee is tasked with reviewing existing Montana statutes and funding mechanisms related to school safety, with the goal of identifying areas for clarification, coordination, and alignment with best practices. Additionally, the study will explore ways to enhance cross-agency collaboration for school safety, potentially establishing a designated entity to serve as a resource for model policies and training. The study's findings and recommendations are required to be reported to the 70th Legislature by September 15, 2026.