Confirm governor's appointees for the board of livestock
Summary
SR 90 is a Senate resolution confirming two gubernatorial appointments to the Montana Board of Livestock. Specifically, it consents to the appointments of Jake Feddes of Belgrade and Greg Wichman of Hilger, each to terms ending March 1, 2031. The resolution is a standard legislative confirmation measure and does not create new policy, programs, or regulatory requirements.
By adopting the resolution, the Senate formally exercises its confirmation role under Montana law and authorizes the appointments to take effect. The measure directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit the resolution to the Secretary of State and the Governor, consistent with the statutory process for executive appointments. Its practical effect is limited to filling or continuing membership on the Board of Livestock, which oversees livestock-related matters in the state.
Impact
SR 90 does not amend substantive law or alter the Montana Code Annotated; it operates under existing appointment statutes, including sections 5-5-302, MCA, and 2-15-3102, MCA. Its legal effect is to confirm two members to the Board of Livestock, thereby affecting the composition of the board and the administration of livestock policy, regulation, and oversight in Montana.
Sentiment
The sentiment around SR 90 appears strongly favorable and noncontroversial. It was approved unanimously in the Senate Agriculture, Livestock and Irrigation Committee and then adopted by the full Senate by a 49-0 vote, indicating broad bipartisan support and no recorded opposition. The lack of committee testimony or debate suggests the appointments were routine and uncontentious.
Contention
There is no notable contention reflected in the available record. No committee transcripts are provided, and the unanimous committee and floor votes indicate that senators did not raise objections to either appointee or to the confirmation process. Any potential concern would have centered on the qualifications or suitability of the nominees for the Board of Livestock, but no such concerns appear in the voting history or bill materials.