Interim study of child care

This bill (SJ 34) is a joint resolution requesting an interim study on Montana's child care system. It directs a committee to examine barriers affecting parents' access to affordable, quality child care and challenges faced by day-care providers, including licensing, regulations, and workforce issues. The study will analyze Montana's policies compared to neighboring states, review relevant data, and propose changes to improve child care availability and affordability. The committee must complete its work by September 15, 2026, and report findings to the 70th Legislature. This resolution does not enact new laws but seeks to inform future policy decisions.