Senate Joint Resolution No. 43, introduced by Senators B. Usher and A. Regier, requests an interim study on the implementation of the Montana Criminal Justice Data Warehouse. This initiative follows the enactment of Senate Bill No. 11 in 2023, which aims to enhance the collection, sharing, and integration of criminal justice data at both state and local levels. The resolution calls for the Legislative Council to assign the study to the Criminal Justice Oversight Council, which will evaluate the progress of the data warehouse, gather stakeholder input, and assess the distribution of legislative funding. The study is expected to conclude before September 15, 2026, with findings reported to the 70th Legislature.

The resolution outlines specific tasks for the Criminal Justice Oversight Council, including reviewing the history of the data warehouse, evaluating stakeholder perspectives, and investigating the current implementation status and future goals of the project. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the expected deliverables and ensuring that state funds are used strategically in alignment with legislative intent. The council is also tasked with gathering input from various stakeholders, including courts, law enforcement agencies, and correctional facilities, to inform the study's findings and recommendations.