UM starts on-campus COVID-19 vaccinations
Dr. Kenneth Chatriad took a break from his work to wipe down the 12 smooth, light blue plastic chairs spaced out in a Curry Health Center hallway. Chatriad, the center’s pharmacy manager, walked through his newly constructed immunization center. Though it was hard to tell under his mask and face shield, he was probably smiling. “It is an exciting day today, finally,” Chatriad said as he brought his attention back to new faces coming down the corridor. They were frontline healthcare workers, including Curry doctors and test takers at the University of Montana, and they quietly picked a socially-distanced seat
$250,000 grant to continue addressing grizzly-human conflicts
MONTANA — U.S. Senator Steve Daines announced the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service renewed a $250,000 grant to help reduce grizzly bear and human conflicts in Montana. “This funding is critical to help reduce grizzly-human conflicts in Montana as we continue working to delist the grizzly bear and return management to the state,” Daines said. The USFWS grant to the Montana Wildlife Services will include: Additional support through the Wildlife Services contract to address bear and human conflict. Leveraging existing Federal programs, such as grants provided under the Pittman-Robertson Act, to restore, conserve and manage animals and their habitat. Continually
Daines Statement on SCOTUS Decision to Stop Mail Delivery of Abortion Drugs
U.S. SENATE –U.S. Senator Steve Daines today as Chairman of the Senate Pro-Life Caucus released the below statement following the United States Supreme Court’s ruling to stop the delivery of abortion-related drugs through the mail: “This is an important win in our continued fight to protect the unborn and their mothers,” Daines said. “I’m glad that our country’s highest court in the land has reinstated critical safety measures to stop the supply of dangerous abortion drugs being sent through the mail without the recipient ever seeing a doctor in person.”
Daines Statement on the Passing of Sheldon Adelson
U.S. Senate—U.S. Senator Steve Daines today issued the following statement on the passing of Sheldon Adelson: “Sheldon Adelson was a titan of our time. He embodied the American dream, served our country, created thousands of jobs and proudly advocated for a strong U.S.-Israel relationship. I am saddened to learn of his passing but thankful for his legacy of philanthropy and patriotism. Condolences to his family.”
Following Daines’ Work, USFWS to End Burdensome Regulations Harming Montana Forest Projects, Jobs
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today applauded the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) on their proposed rule to strike down a burdensome requirement resulting from the Cottonwood decision that yields no conservation benefit and has delayed forest projects while killing Montana timber jobs. The change comes as a result of Daines’ work and efforts. “This is a great step in reducing unnecessary red tape that has tied the hands of our land managers and diverted resources for a paperwork exercise that has no real conservation benefits,” Daines said. “This change will help improve the health of our forests,
Daines: Violence Will Not Be Tolerated
U.S. SENATE—U.S. Senator Steve Daines today issued the following statement: “Last week’s attacks on our Capitol were an assault on our democracy. There is an ongoing investigation, and there is no evidence Antifa instigated the attacks. The FBI believes Antifa was not involved. Those who took part in the violence and destruction are criminals and must be brought to justice. “We are a nation that believes in the right to peacefully protest—we must rise above the violence. To all who plan to exercise First Amendment rights over the coming days, do know violence will not be tolerated.”
Daines: Second Round of Paycheck Protection Program Funds Now Available
U.S. SENATE—U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced that beginning this week, Montana small businesses heavily impacted by the pandemic are able to apply for the second round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. “This PPP funding is critical for Montana small businesses who have been hit hard due to the pandemic,” Daines said. “This funding will help keep Montana small businesses open and their workers employed. I’m glad I was able to help secure it.” Beginning today, some of Montana’s hardest hit businesses can begin applying for their first draw PPP loans, and beginning January 13th, harder hit businesses can
Daines Rejects Calls for Impeachment of President Trump
U.S. SENATE—U.S. Senator Steve Daines today issued the following statement: “Now is the time to stand united, move forward together and have a peaceful transition of power. Pushing partisan driven articles of impeachment through Congress days before the inauguration will further divide our country.”
Following Daines’ Work, Tax Incentive Regulations for Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage Finalized
U.S. SENATE—U.S. Senator Steve Daines announced that the U.S. Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have issued their final regulations in regards to the 45Q tax credit, which will incentivize the use of carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) technologies as well as create jobs for Montanans. “These final regulations will help give stakeholders needed certainty to develop and implement CCUS technologies. The 45Q tax credit provides a powerful financial incentive for responsible, innovative, economic, made-in-Montana energy,” Daines said. “I am glad that after years of work, Montana’s energy sector will have true access to this critical incentive for innovative solutions