Senate Joint Resolution No. 2025SJ0017.2, introduced by Senators Novak, Loge, Cohenour, and Maness, calls for an interim study to assess resident hunter satisfaction regarding nonresident hunting pressure in Montana. The resolution highlights significant increases in nonresident hunting license sales and the corresponding decline in public hunting access, which has raised concerns among resident hunters. The study aims to evaluate various factors contributing to nonresident overcrowding and hunting pressure, including license sales, hunter success rates, and potential solutions to mitigate these issues.

The resolution requests the Legislative Council to designate an appropriate committee to conduct the study, which will include implementing a human dimensions study to gauge resident hunters' perspectives on nonresident hunting licenses and potential fee increases. The committee will also explore initiatives from other states and propose solutions such as reducing nonresident licenses and permits. The findings and recommendations from this study are to be reported to the 70th Legislature in the form of introduced bills by September 15, 2026, ensuring that resident hunter satisfaction is addressed effectively.