Gabby Wiggins, Author at Senator Steve Daines

Daines Statement on Schumer Shutdown

September 30, 2025

U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines released the below statement after Senate Democrats voted to shut down the federal government: “Chuck Schumer and Senate Democrats showed their true colors when they ignored the best interests of the American people and voted to shut down the federal government tonight. Shutdowns do nothing but hurt our country- our brave service members will not get paid and millions of Montanans, including our veterans, will lose access to services they depend on. This shutdown is nothing but an attempt by Senate Democrats to score political points from their radical base, but the American people see

Daines Introduces Bill to Support Montana Moms, Help Prevent Stillbirths

September 18, 2025

U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines introduced the bipartisan “SHINE for Autumn Act” to support mothers and reduce stillbirths by improving data reporting standards, developing guidelines, and raising awareness for families and health care providers. “Stillbirth is a tragedy faced by thousands of moms and families every year, both in Montana and throughout the nation. I’m glad to join my colleagues on this bipartisan bill to help expand research, education, and data collection surrounding stillbirths, so we can save lives and provide hope for stillbirth families,” said Daines. Read the bill text HERE. Background: The “SHINE for Autumn Act” aims to bridge gaps in stillbirth data, research,

Daines Meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

September 15, 2025

Attends Ceremony Unveiling Pilgrim’s Road U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem. He also attended the unveiling ceremony of the “Pilgrim’s Road” at the City of David National Park with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. “It was an honor and privilege to travel to Israel this weekend and convey my support to Prime Minister Netanyahu and the Israeli people. As we approach the two-year anniversary of the worst terrorist attack in Israel’s history, it’s important to remember that there will not be peace in Israel or Gaza until Hamas is eradicated and

Daines on Fox Business: There will be No Peace Until Hamas is Eradicated

September 9, 2025

Reacts to Israel’s Latest Air Strikes Against Hamas Terrorists U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today joined Fox Business to discuss Israel’s attack on senior Hamas leadership. Daines also discussed the need to eradicate Hamas in order to finally bring peace to the Middle East. Watch the full interview HERE. Daines on Israel’s attack on Hamas leadership: I think we have to step back and remember we’re coming up on the two -year anniversary of October 7th, 2023, when Hamas launched the worst terror attack in Israel’s history, slaughtering 1,200 innocent Israelis and taking 300 hostages. There will not be peace in Gaza or in Israel until

Daines Encourages Energy Regulatory Commission to Focus on Economic and Safety Regulation, Not Climate

September 4, 2025

Lauds Montana Hydropower U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today spoke with Laura Swett and David LaCerte, nominees to be members of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), about FERC’s mission as an economic and safety regulator. Daines also emphasized the need for hydropower permitting reform. Watch the full exchange HERE. Daines on FERC’s mission: Daines: The FERC’s mission, as stated on their website, is, and I quote, “To assist consumers in containing reliable, safe, secure, and economically efficient energy.” FERC is not and should not be a climate regulator. FERC is and should remain an independent body that focuses on safety and

Daines, Colleagues Urge DOL to Support American Workers & Retirees

August 23, 2025

U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines and his colleagues sent a letter today to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) urging Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer to expeditiously implement President Trump’s recent Executive Order that unlocks access to investments in alternative assets for Main Street America and retirees with a 401(k) defined-contribution plan. Senators Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.), Jim Banks (R-Ind.), Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) and Bill Cassidy (R-La.) joined Daines in sending the letter. “We are thankful for President Trump’s recent executive order directing the Department of Labor to expand Americans’ access

Daines Visits Bull Mountains Mine, Lauds Energy Wins in One Big Beautiful Bill

August 14, 2025

Daines’ Provision in the OBBBA Will Keep the Bull Mountains Mine Operational U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today visited the Bull Mountains Mine near Roundup, Montana. The mine was under threat of closure, but was kept operational by Daines’ provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill. “The Bull Mountains Mine provides nearly 250 jobs for hardworking Montanans in Musselshell County and is critical for our nation’s energy independence. I’m proud that my provision to keep this important mine open was signed into law by President Trump in the One Big Beautiful Bill, and it was great to be on

Daines Joins President Trump at White House to Hail Landmark Peace Agreement and Joint Declaration Between Azerbaijan and Armenia

August 8, 2025

“President Trump kept his promise of America First through this process and the American people and the world will be better off for it” U.S. SENATE— U.S. Senator Steve Daines, Chairman of the European Subcommittee of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, joined President Trump, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan today at the White House for the historic signing of a landmark peace agreement and joint declaration between the two countries as well as related bilateral agreements. Additionally, the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity was announced at the ceremony, which will help stabilize the region and

Daines Previews Signing of Historic Peace Agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan on Fox News

August 8, 2025

WASHINGTON D.C.—U.S. Senator Steve Daines today joined Fox News’ America Reports to preview the historic peace deal between Azerbaijan and Armenia and his role in the matter. Daines will join President Trump at the White House this afternoon for the historic signing of the agreement. Watch the full video HERE. Daines on the importance of a peace deal between Azerbaijan and Armenia: Well, this is a historic moment, thanks to President Trump’s leadership. You have to think about where in this part of the world we’re talking about, Azerbaijan is the only country in the world that borders, both Russia and

Daines Introduces Bill to Ensure Fair Pay for Montanans with Disabilities

July 25, 2025

U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines introduced the bipartisan “Transformation to Competitive Integrated Employment Act.” The bill will end pay discrimination for workers with disabilities and help them transition into fully integrated, competitive employment. “Those with disabilities contribute in valuable ways to our communities. There is dignity and hope in work, and they should never be underpaid simply because they live with a disability. I’m proud to work with my colleagues to end this discriminatory practice and ensure fair pay to Montanans with disabilities in the workforce,” said Daines. Daines joined Representatives Pete Sessions (R-Texas) and Bobby Scott (D-Va.) as well as

Author: Gabby Wiggins