As a fifth generation Montanan, I know the values of faith, freedom and respect for life run deep throughout our state. I will fight to protect our Second Amendment rights and to repeal any other government infringement on our freedoms. While respecting those with differing views, I will also work passionately to promote a culture of life from conception to natural death and encourage healthy and stable families. The federal government should protect these fundamental rights and values.
I am firmly committed to protecting the right to bear arms for law-abiding individuals in Montana and across our country. I will work to ensure that Congress protects the constitutional rights of the thousands of Montanans who safely and lawfully possess or use a firearm.
OP-ED: Fighting for Montana Values
With the holidays behind us and Congress gearing up for a new session, I look forward to continuing my mission fighting for our Montana way of life in Washington, D.C. Under President Joe Biden and Democrat congressional leadership, Montanans are facing the highest inflation rate in three decades, driving up prices of everything from groceries to used cars. In addition, the wide-open southern border is allowing record amounts of fentanyl to devastate our communities, and the attacks on made in Montana and made in America energy are costing Montana jobs and raising prices at the gas pump. As I
Daines Working to Protect Montana Children from “Gender Reassignment” Surgery
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Daines helped introduce a bill to assist Montana children subjected to dangerous and potentially irreversible gender-transition procedures seek justice in court. “The Left’s radical gender ideology is harming our children and leaving them with physical and mental damage. Gender-transition procedures are irreversible and potentially life-threatening – medical personnel who perform these procedures on minors must be held accountable for their medical malpractice. I’m glad to stand with my colleagues against the lifelong effects of these debilitating experiments on our kids and the doctors who perpetrate the politics of gender ideology through their profession,” Daines said. Senator Daines joined Senators Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), and James Lankford (R-Okla.) in introducing this bill.
Daines Statement on SCOTUS Decision to Defend Religious Expression
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today issued the following statement after the Supreme Court announced its decision in Kennedy v. Bremerton School District to defend Americans’ First Amendment right to religious freedom in schools. “America would not be known as the land of the free without our fundamental right to worship freely,” Daines said. “I’m glad to see the United States Supreme Court defend Coach Joseph Kennedy’s constitutional right to religious freedom and prayer. We must do everything we can to protect this freedom which allows all Americans to practice their faith without fear.” Senator Daines has joined a number of amicus briefs in
Daines Calls for Passage of Constitutional Amendment to Protect American Flag in Honor of Flag Day
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today is calling for passage of his constitutional amendment to prohibit the burning of the American flag in honor of Flag Day. “For nearly 250 years, the American flag has served as a distinguished symbol of freedom. Wherever it flies, the flag represents liberty, democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. It is incumbent on us, as Americans, to always honor and respect our flag. Congress needs to pass my effort to protect the American flag and all that it stands for,” Daines said. In 2018, Daines commemorated national Flag Day on the floor of the U.S. Senate by
Daines Statement on Montana Regaining a Congressional U.S. House Seat
U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senator Steve Daines today issued the following statement after it was announced that Montana will regain a seat in the United States House of Representatives. “Montana’s had the least representation in the U.S. House of Representatives over the last three decades, so I’m glad to see this news. The next step is to ensure the two new congressional districts are fairly drawn and that all Montanans are fairly represented, communities remain intact and efforts to manufacture a gerrymandered district are not accepted. Using commonsense, objective criteria that limits divisions of Montana communities must be prioritized,” Daines said.
Daines Introduces Resolution Condemning Court Packing
U.S. SENATE —U.S. Senator Steve Daines today introduced a resolution to condemn a Democratic proposal to increase the number of Supreme Court Justices on the bench from nine to thirteen. “The Left’s attempt to pack the Supreme Court is a blatant partisan power grab,” Daines said. “Our founding fathers created a judiciary insulated from political pressures, in part to prevent one group from having absolute power. Now, Democrats are jumping at the opportunity to pack the Supreme Court with liberal justices that will fundamentally change our country for generations. We cannot let this happen.” To read the full text, click HERE. Daines’ resolution
Daines Announces Billings, Montana’s Emma Martinsen Offer of Appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy
U.S. SENATE —U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced academy nominee Emma Martinsen of Billings, Montana has been offered an appointment to the United States Naval Academy. “Emma is a bright young Montanan that has dreamed of attending the Naval Academy and serving her nation since she was young,” Daines said. “Congratulations, Emma!” Emma graduated from Billings High School in 2020 and is a current student at Georgia Military College on a U.S. Naval Academy Scholarship. In high school, she was an active member of the speech and debate team, track and cross-country team and the orchestra.
Daines Announces Kalispell, Montana’s Tanner Russell Offer of Appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy
U.S. SENATE —U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced academy nominee Tanner Russell of Kalispell, Montana has been offered an appointment to the United States Naval Academy. “Tanner hopes to follow in his father’s footsteps and serve our country in the United States Marine Corps,” Daines said. “He will be a great addition to the Naval Academy and I’m glad to see such a promising young Montanan represent our state!” Tanner graduated with a 4.0 grade point average and was Flathead High School’s Class of 2020 Salutatorian. He excelled in the football, rugby, wrestling and track teams while frequently volunteering in his community.
Daines, Senate Colleagues Introduce Religious Freedom Day Resolution
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines introduced a Senate resolution designating January 16th as Religious Freedom Day. This resolution commemorates the 235th Anniversary of the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom, a landmark achievement that laid the foundations for the First Amendment. “Religious freedom is fundamental to our nation. Our right to worship freely without fear of government interference sets us apart from the rest of the world and allows all Americans to practice their faith,” Daines said. “This bedrock freedom has shaped our nation for centuries and we must always fight to protect this foundational ideal.” Daines will introduce the resolution with Senators James Lankford (Okla.), James Inhofe (Okla.), Roy Blunt (Mo.), Josh