News Archives - Senator Steve Daines

In the News: Billings Gazette: Laid-off Stillwater miners could return as new federal tariffs hit Russian palladium

February 14, 2026

U.S. Senator Steve Daines spoke with the Billings Gazette about President Trump’s new anti-dumping duty that will protect American markets from Russian palladium dumping and help Montana’s Stillwater Mine. Read highlights below. Laid-off Stillwater miners could return as new federal tariffs hit Russian palladium Billings Gazette Alex Mitchell February 12th, 2026 Laid-off workers at Sibanye Stillwater mine could be closer to resuming work following a favorable investigation into allegations of an unfair market that was killing business at the mines… …The Department of Commerce publicly announced a planned implementation of a 132.8% tariff on Russian imports of palladium to counter

What They Are Saying: Daines’ Miles City CRA

October 8, 2025

“The City of Colstrip and the men and women living and working here carry on a long and proud tradition of Mining and Energy Production in our state. Colstrip is a proud community that has been built upon the energy produced from this amazing resource, coal. The continuing benefits from this amazing resource need to continue.” – John N. Williams, Mayor, City of Colstrip Read Mayor Williams’ full letter HERE. “Under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump, Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum, and the Republican Congress, we are entering a new era of American energy dominance ,” Governor

Daines Applauds DOT’s Order to Approve SkyWest Charter Air Service for Rural Montanans

September 3, 2025

Order Comes After Years of Inaction Under Biden Administration U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines released the below statement following the news that the U.S. Department of Transportation issued a final order enabling SkyWest Charter to serve small and rural communities. “Today’s order by the Trump administration is a huge win for Montana. Many of our small and rural communities, especially in Butte and Yellowstone, rely on small community air service, but the Biden administration stonewalled SkyWest Charter’s operations for over two years. I fought the Biden administration on this every step of the way and am thrilled that President Trump

A Peace Deal for Armenia and Azerbaijan

July 30, 2025

U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines penned an opinion piece for The Wall Street Journal explaining the historic potential of a peace deal between Armenia and Azerbaijan and hisinvolvement in the matter. Excerpts from his piece are below. Senator Steve Daines The Wall Street Journal President Trump is on the cusp of bringing about a peace deal in the South Caucasus between Armenia and Azerbaijan. This would be a remarkable achievement—another step toward stability that advances regional and international peace as well as economic gains that extend far beyond the countries involved… … This year, I traveled to both countries with members

Daines, Sheehy Congratulate William Mercer on Nomination to Serve as Federal Judge for the District of Montana

July 11, 2025

Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Steve Daines and Tim Sheehy issued the following statement today congratulating William Mercer on his nomination by President Trump to serve as United States District Judge for the District of Montana: “We congratulate William Mercer on his nomination to serve as District Judge for Montana. Bill’s experience at the Department of Justice as U.S. Attorney for Montana and his fierce advocacy for the rule of law and original interpretation of the Constitution will be tremendous assets as he serves the country and the people of Montana on the federal bench. We will work diligently with Senate

Daines, U.S. Forest Service Chief Work to Protect Montana Forests & Combat Catastrophic Wildfires

July 10, 2025

U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Daines today spoke with U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz in a Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing. They discussed Daines’ provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act to increase timber sales and improve forest management practices. Daines also stressed the urgent need to fix the disastrous 9th Circuit Cottonwood decision and end burdensome litigation that holds up important projects. The conversation focused on ensuring Montana’s forests are healthy, resilient, and protected — all while promoting good-paying timber jobs and safeguarding communities across the state. Watch the full exchange HERE. Daines discussed the implementation of the increased timber harvest goals: Daines: ChiefSchultz on the 4th of

Daines Introduces Bill to Support Montana Trucking Industry, Prevent One-Size-Fits-All Mandate

May 8, 2025

U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today introduced a bill to support Montana’s agriculture and trucking industries by outlawing a Biden-era proposal that mandates unnecessary and dangerous speed limitations on commercial motor vehicles, like semis and eighteen-wheelers, that are used for interstate commerce. “Washington, D.C. bureaucrats should not be telling Montanans how or what to drive. Burdening our truckers, farmers, and ranchers with unnecessary speed limiter regulations would do nothing but cause congestion and higher crash rates. The DRIVE Act will help keep our trucks safe on the road as they support Montana’s economy,” said Daines. Read the bill HERE. Senators Joni Ernst (R-Iowa),

Daines Recognizes Dr. Waded Cruzado on Senate Floor for Outstanding Legacy as MSU President

April 7, 2025

U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today recognized Dr. Waded Cruzado ahead of her departure with a speech on the Senate floor for her years of service as President of Montana State University. Dr. Cruzado, who will be departing MSU later this year, helped transform the school into one of the top public universities in the country and made a lasting impact on the state of Montana. Watch Daines’ remarks HERE. Daines’ remarks as prepared for delivery: Thank you, Madam President. I rise today to honor an esteemed Montana leader: Dr. Waded Cruzado. Dr. Cruzado has served as the beloved President of

Daines Statement after Meeting with President Trump on Making Tax Cuts Permanent

March 13, 2025

U.S. Senator Steve Daines today released the following statement after his meeting at the White House with President Trump and Republican members of the Senate Finance Committee: “President Trump made a promise to the American people that he would reverse Biden’s destructive economic policies and restore prosperity in our country. One thing is clear: he’s delivering on his promises. We’re united in our efforts to make President Trump’s tax cuts permanent so that the American people never again have to face a multi-trillion-dollar tax hike. I look forward to fighting every step of the way until we cross the finish

Daines Introduces Bill to Protect Montana Farms, Ranches, Businesses from Immoral Tax

February 18, 2025

Bill Would Permanently Repeal Death Tax U.S. Senator Steve Daines joined Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) and 44 Senate colleagues in reintroducing the “Death Tax Repeal Act.” The bill would permanently repeal the federal estate tax, a punitive tax that threatens Montana farms, ranches and businesses. “When Montanans lose a loved one, the last thing they need to worry about is what will happen to their family farm or ranch,” said Daines. “I’m glad to join this effort to protect Montanans from this unfair and unnecessary tax.” Read the full text of the bill HERE. The bill is supported by more than 190 members of the Family Business Coalition and

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