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Gianforte Praises Supreme Court Ruling

Governor Greg Gianforte applauded the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in United States v. Skrmetti, upholding Tennessee’s Youth Protection Act and reinforcing the right of states to restrict certain medical and… Read More

June 22, 2025

Senator Daines Leads Bipartisan Push to Celebrate “Great Outdoors Month”

U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-Mont.) is once again championing Montana’s outdoor heritage on the national stage, as the U.S. Senate unanimously passed a bipartisan resolution he co-led to designate June… Read More

June 21, 2025

Sheehy Introduces Legislation to Compensate Service Members Discharged Over COVID Vaccine Mandate

U.S. Senator Tim Sheehy introduced the COVID-19 Military Backpay Act of 2025 on Friday, aiming to provide backpay and compensation to thousands of service members who were discharged from the… Read More

June 21, 2025

Here’s how American taxpayers will be impacted if the ‘big, beautiful bill’ fails

(The Center Square) – The Republican budget resolution, which among other things would extend the expiring 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, has sparked concerns over the resulting trillions of… Read More

June 21, 2025

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Montana’s Bathroom Bill Halted by Democrat-Appointed Judge

A Missoula judge appointed by former Democratic Governor Steve Bullock has temporarily blocked a newly enacted law that protects women’s bathrooms and locker rooms from being accessed by biological males…. Read More

April 5, 2025

Knudsen Urges Trump Administration to Close Drug Trafficking Loophole

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has joined a coalition of 25 state attorneys general in calling on the Trump Administration to take action against a little-known import program that they… Read More

April 5, 2025

Montana Senate Issues Lifetime Ban to Former Senate President Jason Ellsworth

Former Montana Senate President Jason Ellsworth has been banned for life from the Senate floor following a bipartisan vote to censure the Hamilton Republican over a serious ethics violation tied… Read More

April 5, 2025

Governor Gianforte Signs Bills Protecting Montana Women and Girls

Governor Greg Gianforte reaffirmed his commitment to safeguarding the privacy, safety, and fairness of Montana women and girls by signing two key pieces of legislation aimed at protecting women’s spaces… Read More

March 29, 2025

Governor Gianforte, AFP Champion Historic Tax Cuts at Capitol Rally

Governor Greg Gianforte, joined by Americans for Prosperity (AFP), rallied at the Montana State Capitol Friday to push for historic tax cuts aimed at providing significant relief to Montanans. The… Read More

March 29, 2025

King County Superior Court judge rules natural gas initiative unconstitutional

(The Center Square) – King County Superior Court Judge Sandra Widlan on Friday ruled Initiative 2066, protecting access to natural gas for homes and businesses in Washington state, is unconstitutional…. Read More

March 24, 2025

Gianforte Pushes to Ease Business Equipment Tax Burden, Proposes Higher Exemption

As National Agriculture Week comes to a close, Governor Greg Gianforte is ramping up efforts to reform Montana’s business equipment tax, emphasizing its financial strain on small businesses, farms, and… Read More

March 22, 2025

Gov. Little Signs Medicaid Reform and Cost Containment Act

Governor Brad Little has signed House Bill 345, the Medicaid Reform and Cost Containment Act, reinforcing Idaho’s commitment to balancing healthcare access with fiscal responsibility. “We want Idahoans to become… Read More

March 22, 2025

Legislation introduced to boost military spouse employment

(The Center Square) – Bipartisan legislation has been introduced in the U.S. Senate to amend the tax code to incentivize businesses to hire military spouses. Sens. Tim Kaine, D-Va., working… Read More

March 21, 2025

South Dakota Voters May Decide on Legislative Limits for Ballot Initiatives in 2026

The South Dakota Attorney General’s Office has released the final ballot explanation for a proposed constitutional amendment that would require voter approval for legislative changes to initiative and referendum procedures…. Read More

March 21, 2025

Wyoming governor signs bill that bans foreign funding of ballot measures

(The Center Square) – Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon on Thursday signed legislation that will ban foreign funding of ballot measures in the state. House Bill 337 prohibits non-U.S. citizens from funding any… Read More

March 17, 2025

Poll: Cuomo has double-digit lead in New York City mayoral race

(The Center Square) — Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is leading a widening field of Democratic candidates vying to challenge embattled New York City Mayor Eric Adams in next… Read More

March 9, 2025

Senate Ethics Committee Investigates Sen. Ellsworth’s Contract

The Senate Ethics Committee convened its first witness testimonies on Friday as part of its investigation into Sen. Jason Ellsworth’s alleged conflict of interest. The inquiry centers on a six-figure… Read More

March 7, 2025

Governor Gianforte Champions Property Tax Relief for Small Businesses

At a press conference held at Central Plumbing, Heating, Excavation in Great Falls, Governor Greg Gianforte discussed his proposed tax cuts aimed at delivering significant property tax relief for Montana… Read More

March 7, 2025

Idaho Enacts Largest Income Tax Cut in State History

Governor Brad Little, alongside House and Senate leadership, signed House Bill 40 today, enacting the largest income tax cut in Idaho’s history. The new legislation delivers an additional $253 million… Read More

March 7, 2025

Democrat Legislator Pleads Guilty to DUI After Political Fundraiser

Montana state Senator Ellie Boldman, a Democrat from Missoula, pleaded guilty Monday morning to a misdemeanor charge of driving under the influence after being found asleep in her running vehicle… Read More

March 4, 2025

Governor Brad Little Signs Parental Choice Tax Credit Program

Governor Brad Little announced today that he has signed House Bill 93, establishing the Parental Choice Tax Credit program, which will provide $50 million in tax credits to help Idaho… Read More

March 1, 2025

Daines, Sheehy, Zinke introduce Bill to Safeguard Montana Mining Jobs, Ban Russian Mineral Imports

U.S. Senator Steve Daines, Senator Tim Sheehy, Congressman Ryan Zinke,  introduced a bicameral bill today aimed at protecting Montana mining jobs by prohibiting the import of critical minerals from Russia…. Read More

March 1, 2025

Montana Senate Passes SB 42 Requiring Partisan Labels for Judicial Candidates

The Montana Senate has passed Senate Bill 42, a bill that would require judicial candidates at all levels – from Supreme Court justices to municipal judges – to declare a… Read More

March 1, 2025

Poll Shows 60% of Voters Support Requiring Paper Ballots for Election Integrity

Poll Shows 60% of Voters Support Requiring Paper Ballots for Election Integrity A recent national poll reveals that 60% of voters support the idea of requiring paper ballots in U.S…. Read More

March 1, 2025

Poll Shows Political Realignment as GOP Gains Ground with Minority and Swing Voters

As the 2026 midterm elections approach, a new Cygnal poll reveals shifting political dynamics that could reshape the electoral landscape. Former President Donald Trump’s approval rating has climbed to 50%,… Read More

February 27, 2025

Bitcoin and digital asset bills filed in at least 31 states

(The Center Square) – Bitcoin and digital asset bills have been field in at least 31 state legislatures, according to a Bitcoin Laws website tracking state legislative filings. The website… Read More

February 25, 2025

Trump White House Defends Press Access Restrictions, Citing Presidential Authority

The Trump administration is standing firm against The Associated Press’ lawsuit over restricted press access, asserting the president’s authority to shape media participation in White House events. The lawsuit, filed… Read More

February 22, 2025

Montana Leaders Highlight Progress in Red Tape Reduction

Governor Greg Gianforte and Lieutenant Governor Kristen Juras marked a significant milestone in their administration’s ongoing efforts to streamline government regulations, celebrating the repeal or amendment of over 25% of… Read More

February 22, 2025

House passes bill blocking future presidential bans on hydraulic fracking

(The Center Square) – A bill preventing future presidents from unilaterally banning hydraulic fracking is on its way to the Senate after passing the House 226-188 Friday. Sixteen Democrats joined… Read More

February 12, 2025

Lawmakers propose legislation to revoke District of Columbia’s Home Rule Act

(The Center Square) – Legislation has been introduced in Congress to repeal the District of Columbia’s Home Rule Act. U.S. Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, and Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn. have… Read More

February 11, 2025

Attorney General Knudsen Pushes for Indoor Firing Range at Montana Law Enforcement Academy

Attorney General Austin Knudsen testified today before the Joint Appropriations Subcommittee on Long-Range Planning, advocating for funding to construct an indoor firing range at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy (MLEA)… Read More

February 8, 2025

South Dakota Senate Committee Unanimously Approves Human Trafficking Bill

Senate Bill 58, a measure aimed at strengthening human trafficking laws in South Dakota, was unanimously approved Thursday by the Senate Judiciary Committee. Proposed by Attorney General Marty Jackley, the… Read More

February 8, 2025

Senator Daines Leads Introduction of Bills to Boost U.S. Energy and Support Rural Communities

U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) has introduced two key pieces of legislation aimed at promoting American energy independence, strengthening the nation’s energy sector, and supporting rural communities. The “Supporting Made… Read More

February 8, 2025

Gov. Armstrong Backs Bill to Streamline State Boards, Cut Government Waste

Gov. Kelly Armstrong testified today in support of Senate Bill 2308, a proposal aimed at reducing the number of state boards and commissions to improve efficiency and cut government costs…. Read More

February 8, 2025

Daines Introduces Bill to Provide Child Support for Expectant Mothers

U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) has introduced the “Unborn Child Support Act”, a bill aimed at recognizing the humanity of unborn children and allowing expectant mothers to receive child support… Read More

February 2, 2025

Montana  Joins Coalition in Appeal to Block Taxpayer-Funded Sex-Change Surgery for Convicted Murderer

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has joined a coalition of 24 state attorneys general in filing an amicus brief with the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals, urging the court to… Read More

February 2, 2025

Gianforte Proposes Historic Tax Cuts for Montanans

Governor Greg Gianforte and Grover Norquist, president of Americans for Tax Reform, held a press conference at the State Capitol today to outline Gianforte’s ambitious proposals for permanent tax relief… Read More

February 2, 2025

Abbott calls on Congress to reimburse Texas for border security efforts

(The Center Square) – Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Thursday called on Congress to reimburse Texas for its border security operation, Operation Lone Star. Abbott sent letters to the leaders… Read More

January 28, 2025

New bill would end federally funded transgender surgeries, hormones for minors

(The Center Square) – Republican lawmakers have introduced a new bill that would block Medicaid from paying for gender transition drugs and surgeries for minors. U.S. Reps. Dan Crenshaw, R-Texas,… Read More

January 28, 2025

War on DEI: Full scale battle kicks off as Trump takes office

The Center Square) – Diversity, equity and inclusion polices are retreating nationwide, from the federal government to corporations around the country. President Donald Trump immediately upon taking office began rooting… Read More

January 27, 2025

Senator Daines Introduce Bill to Make Small Business Tax Cuts Permanent

Amid ongoing discussions about the future of President Trump’s tax cuts, U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-Mont.), alongside Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) and 33 other Republican senators, introduced the… Read More

January 25, 2025

Zinke Reintroduces Conservation Bills

Western Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke has reintroduced a series of conservation bills aimed at protecting public lands, ensuring water levels in Flathead Lake, and preserving wildlife migration corridors. The bills,… Read More

January 24, 2025

Senator Steve Daines Applauds President Trump’s Pardon of Pro-Life Protesters

U.S. Senator Steve Daines praised former President Donald Trump after he issued pardons for 23 pro-life protesters who had been incarcerated under President Joe Biden’s administration. In a statement released… Read More

January 23, 2025

Governor Gianforte Named Chair of Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus

Governor Greg Gianforte has been named chair of the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus (GSC), a bipartisan coalition of governors committed to protecting and advancing the interests of sportsmen and women across… Read More

January 23, 2025

Attorney General Austin Knudsen Congratulates President Trump on Inauguration

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen today issued a statement congratulating President Donald J. Trump on his inauguration, emphasizing his optimism for the future under the new administration. “Today marks a… Read More

January 20, 2025

Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Ban; Montana AG Knudsen Applauds Decision

The United States Supreme Court today upheld a federal law banning TikTok nationwide unless its Chinese-owned parent company, ByteDance, divests its stake in the app by Sunday. In response to… Read More

January 17, 2025

Attorney General Knudsen Supports Bill to Strengthen Protection Against Online Child Exploitation

Attorney General Austin Knudsen, along with Montana Department of Justice investigators and prosecutors, testified today before the House Judiciary Committee in support of House Bill 82, a new legislative effort… Read More

January 11, 2025

Gov. Gianforte To Deliver State of the State Address on Monday

Governor Greg Gianforte on Monday is scheduled to deliver his third State of the State address to a joint session of the Montana Legislature and directly to the people of… Read More

January 10, 2025

WA GOP chair doesn’t think Dems are serious about Inslee’s proposed wealth tax

(The Center Square) – Last month, outgoing Washington state Gov. Jay Inslee proposed a 1% tax on an individual’s wealth above $100 million as part of a plan to plug… Read More

January 8, 2025

Governor Greg Gianforte Sworn in for Second Term as Montana Governor

On the steps of the Montana State Capitol, Governor Greg Gianforte was officially sworn in Monday for his second term as the 25th Governor of Montana. Accompanied by his wife,… Read More

January 7, 2025

House adopts contentious rules that make ousting speaker more difficult

(The Center Square) – After a brief and intense debate, lawmakers passed the Republican-proposed House rules package, 215-209, for the incoming 119th Congress Friday evening. Besides typical procedural updates and… Read More

January 5, 2025

Tim Sheehy Sworn in as U.S. Senator, Marks Historic Day for Montana

In a moment hailed as historic for Montana, Tim Sheehy was officially sworn in as the state’s newest U.S. Senator. Senator Steve Daines, who escorted Sheehy to the Senate floor… Read More

January 4, 2025

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