Gabby Wiggins, Author at Senator Steve Daines

Daines Votes to Keep Government Open, Fund President Trump’s Agenda

March 16, 2025

U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today issued the following statement after the Senate passed its continuing resolution to fund the government through the end of fiscal year 2025: “Today the Senate voted to advance President Trump’s agenda and continue our historic efforts to reverse Biden’s disastrous policies and get our country back on track. This bill prevents a government shutdown and provides funding for disaster relief, border security, national defense, and importantly—it ensures our servicemembers won’t miss a paycheck.” Download the video statement HERE. ### Contact: Matt Lloyd, Rachel Dumke

Daines’ Bill to Crack Down on Fentanyl Crisis Passes U.S. Senate

March 14, 2025

U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines’ “Halt All Lethal Trafficking (HALT) of Fentanyl Act” passed the Senate today. The bill restricts and reduces the impact of deadly fentanyl in Montana communities by permanently classifying fentanyl and fentanyl-related substances as Schedule I under the Controlled Substances Act, which is reserved for drugs with no currently accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse. Today, the bill passed the U.S. Senate with bipartisan support. “Under Joe Biden our border spiraled out of control and every state felt the burden, including Montana. Just last week I met with law enforcement in Gallatin County to

Daines, Sheehy, Downing, Zinke Applaud President Trump’s DOI for Supporting Montana Mining Jobs

March 13, 2025

Mine Plan for Spring Creek Coal Mine Approved U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senators Steve Daines (R-Mont.) and Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.), along with Congressmen Troy Downing (MT-02) and Ryan Zinke (MT-01) today applauded President Trump’s Department of the Interior (DOI) for its support of Montana mining jobs after DOI announced the approval of the federal mining plan for the Spring Creek Coal Mine in Decker, MT. This decision from the new administration comes after years of needless delays from Biden’s DOI and constant pushback from Daines and Zinke. “The Spring Creek Coal Mine is a critical economic driver in Big Horn County and

Daines Urges Colleagues to Keep Montana’s Bull Mountains Mine Open

March 12, 2025

“It is the lifeblood of Musselshell County” U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today urged his colleagues on the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee to pass his crucial legislation, S.362, to keep Montana’s Bull Mountains Mine open, which would protect Montana jobs and energy security. He also spoke with President of the Utah Mining Association Brian Somers about the importance of mining to local communities. Watch the full exchange HERE. Daines on the Importance of Bull Mountains Mine to Montana: Let’s talk about the Bull Mountains coal mine. This is a mine near Roundup, Montana. It plays a crucial role in

Daines Leads Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Increase American Hydropower

March 12, 2025

U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today led a bill to support American hydropower and increase domestic energy production by allowing the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to approve six-year extensions for hydropower projects licensed before 2020. Senators Bill Cassidy (R-La.), John Kennedy (R-La.) and John Fetterman (D-Pa.) joined Daines in introducing the legislation. “Energy security is national security, and hydropower delivers a reliable energy source for many Montanans. Many of our hydropower projects have been held up due to supply chain shortages and this bipartisan bill will revive projects that support Montana jobs and keep costs low for our families.

Daines Leads Colleagues in Urging Trump DOJ to Overturn Biden’s Anti-2A Policies

March 6, 2025

U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines led a letter with 15 of his Republican colleagues to Attorney General Pam Bondi at the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) urging the reversal of Biden-era policies that allow the federal government to award groups that discriminate against the firearm and ammunition industry. “Unfortunately, past administrations, including the Biden administration, have sought to advance policies across multiple executive branch agencies and departments intended to undermine the Second Amendment. This includes the ongoing, intentional discrimination against the firearm and ammunition industry among private entities operating in various sectors, including financial services, insurance, shipping and others.

Daines on Newsmax: Trump Supports Made-In-America Energy, Made-In-America Minerals

March 6, 2025

U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today joined Newsmax’s National Report, where he applauded President Trump’s commitment to support Made-In-America energy and explained the importance of his bipartisan bill to ban the import of critical minerals from Russia. Watch the full interview HERE. Daines explained how his bill will bolster American mining: Here’s the situation. There are very few places in the world you can mine palladium and platinum. It’s a critical material that goes into catalytic converters for the automobile industry and keeps our environment cleaner. And the issue is, the Russians are dumping their palladium at way below market prices, forcing mining

Daines on Fox Business: “Every Hour Is a New Day in Trump World”

March 5, 2025

U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today joined Fox Business’ The Bottom Line where he reacted to President Trump’s Address to Congress last night and highlighted the return of American optimism under his leadership. He also applauded President Trump’s historic actions to secure the border, increase American investments and solidify America’s position as a leader on the world stage. Watch the full interview HERE. Daines reacted to President Trump’s State of the Union Address last night: Well, it’s just remarkable how fast this administration is moving. It feels like every hour here is a new day in the Trump world, with how quickly they’re getting results-

Two Daines Bills to Support Montana Tribal Communities Closer to Becoming Law

March 5, 2025

Bills Ensure Montana Tribes’ Water Rights U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced that two of his bills to support Montana’s tribal communities have passed the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs and are now one step closer to becoming law. The “Northern Montana Water Security Act” will complete the Fort Belknap Indian Community (FBIC) Water Settlement, the final Indian water rights settlement in Montana, and the “Crow Tribe Water Settlement Amendment Act” will provide additional support for infrastructure updates. “These bills are critical in ensuring Montana’s tribes are supported with the resources they need, and I’m glad to see them

Daines Introduces Bill to Cut Red Tape, Unleash Montana Energy

March 3, 2025

Bill Would Streamline Permitting Process for Energy Development U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines introduced the “Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Mineral Spacing Act” to streamline the permitting process for oil and gas development in Montana and better respect the rights of private mineral holders. “Under Joe Biden, our energy industry was crippled by bureaucratic red tape and Montanans paid the price. This bill will get our country back on track towards global energy dominance and help unleash Montana’s wealth of natural resources. I’ll always fight to support Montana’s energy production and jobs,” said Daines. Read the bill text HERE. Background: The “BLM

Author: Gabby Wiggins