Interim study of youth and family behavioral health prevention

This bill (LC 2098) is a joint resolution requesting an interim study of Montana's youth and family behavioral health prevention programs. It directs a temporary committee to examine current funding (federal, state, local, private), system coordination, workforce training, and gaps in services for youth under 18. The study will assess how prevention programs help divert youth from crises like substance use treatment, ER visits, or involvement with justice systems. The committee must collaborate with agencies, tribal governments, schools, and nonprofits to map existing programs, funding streams, and evidence-based practices before reporting findings to the 70th Legislature.