Study resolution examining the effects of public safety communications on extreme weather responses

LC 2060 is a study resolution requesting an interim review of Montana's Statewide Public Safety Communications System. It directs a committee to examine how the system affects emergency responses to extreme weather and disasters, assess its current functionality and coverage (serving over 12,000 users across 74 towers and 15 dispatch centers), and evaluate long-term funding needs. The study will analyze governance, interoperability with local/tribal/federal systems, and future technology requirements like FBI encryption mandates. Its findings must be reported to the 70th Legislature by the end of its term. This resolution does not change existing law but seeks data to inform future decisions about the system's sustainability.