Category: Press Release

U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senators Steve Daines (R-Mont.) and Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) today introduced a bipartisan Senate resolution to recognize the bravery and sacrifice of wildland firefighters and first responders. “This year Montana faced another terrible wildfire season, and firefighters and first responders across the Treasure State selflessly put their lives on the line to protect Montana families, homes and communities,” Daines said. “It’s an honor to recognize our Montana heroes who risk their lives to keep Montanans safe.” “More than 16,000 firefighters have battled blazes across the West this year, and they deserve our great appreciation. These brave women and men put their lives at risk

U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senator Steve Daines today voted against the Democrats’ latest attempt at a federal election takeover. “This is another blatant attempt by Senate Democrats to take control of our elections, undermine state voting laws and make it easier to cheat. Democrats know they can’t win without rewriting the rules in their favor,” Daines said. “Thanks to Governor Gianforte and Secretary of State Jacobsen, we strengthened Montana’s election integrity laws to ensure everyone who is eligible to vote can, and that they can rest assured their vote will count. I’d suggest the Democrats instead focus on addressing the numerous crises they have caused under President Biden like

U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senator Steve Daines issued the following statement ahead of today’s public comment period for the proposed maps for Montana’s new U.S. House of Representatives seats.    “As Montana’s Districting and Apportionment Commission prepares to draw the final map of Montana’s new Congressional districts, I strongly urge them to look at historical precedent and draw a map that makes sense for all Montanans. It would be ludicrous to have a western district that excludes Montana’s four westernmost counties. It’s important that any map is not only free of political gerrymandering, but also follows Montana’s constitution,” Daines said.   Background: Daines issued a statement slamming Democratic Commissioners

U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senator Steve Daines today introduced a bipartisan bill, the “American Innovation and Choice Online Act,” to help increase competition online and bolster small businesses. Daines’ bipartisan legislation would restore competition to the digital marketplace and level the playing field between Big Tech giants and Montana small businesses that sell their goods and services online. “Time and again we have seen Big Tech use its power to stifle online competition and manipulate the marketplace,” Daines said. “This bipartisan bill will help level the playing field and ensure Montana business owners are able to have full access to the online marketplace to grow

U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senator Steve Daines made the following statement on the passing of Colin Powell: “Colin Powell will forever be remembered for his leadership and service to our country both as a soldier fighting on the front lines and as an advisor to four presidents. I am thankful for his service to our great nation, and my prayers are with his family and friends during this time,” Daines said.   ### Contact: Katherine McKeogh, Katie Schoettler

U.S. SENATE — Following an aggressive push by U.S. Senator Steve Daines, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) today announced the reopening of new student enrollment for in-person learning and training at Montana Job Corps centers. The announcement follows Daines’ successful push last fall to have existing students return to in-person learning.  “Montana’s Job Corps centers provide valuable hands-on training and educational opportunities that are best experienced in-person. I’m glad to see the Department of Labor finally listen to my request and allow new students to join their peers in the classroom which will help prepare them to fill good-paying jobs that boost Montana’s economy,” Daines said. In May, Daines urged the