Daines weighs in on Montana schools sports fan restrictions
U.S. Sen. Steve Daines has weighed in on whether Montana schools should allow fans at sporting events. In a recent Facebook post, Daines said parents should be allowed to watch their children play fall sports. Daines called on Gov. Steve Bullock, who is challenging him for his Senate seat in the upcoming election, to develop a statewide plan for allowing parents to participate from the bleachers. “As a dad of 4, I can’t imagine missing out on watching my kids play sports,” Daines states. “I’ve heard from parents across Montana and they want leadership on this issue NOW. It’s time
Daines Statement on the Passing of Bozeman Firefighting Pilot Tom Duffy
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today issued the following statement after learning Tom Duffy, a firefighting pilot from Bozeman, tragically died while fighting the White River Fire in the Mount Hood National Forest in Oregon. “I am saddened to hear about the passing of Bozeman’s very own Tom Duffy,” Daines said. “Tom Duffy tragically passed fighting the fires at Mt. Hood National Forest in service of the people of Oregon. Cindy and I offer our prayers to Tom’s family and loved ones.” ###
Daines Tours Alliance for Youth Resource Center in Great Falls
GREAT FALLS – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today toured the Youth Resource Center at the Alliance for Youth in Great Falls to discuss the importance of services for homeless youth and those struggling with substance abuse issues. TO DOWNLOAD TV ELEMENTS, CLICK HERE. Alliance for Youth helps support homeless youth and youth struggling with substance abuse issues by providing access to resources and community programs to those in need. Daines was instrumental in securing funding for the organization through the Paycheck Protection Program, which provided 23,900 Montana businesses with $1.8 billion in loans. Daines is committed to supporting community-based
Investigation into Conservation Easement Scandal Underscores Importance of Daines’ Bipartisan Bill
U.S. SENATE – The U.S. Senate Finance Committee today concluded an investigation into the abuse of conservation easement tax benefits, further highlighting the need for reform and Daines’ bipartisan bill. Daines has been a leader on this issue, introducing bipartisan legislation to crack down on bad actors abusing the system. “The abuse of the charitable conservation easement tax incentive must be put to an end. In light of the conclusions of the Finance Committee’s report, I am urging the Senate to take up my legislation and put a stop to this fraudulent behavior once and for all,” Daines said. “My bipartisan
Internet access more important than ever for rural Montana
Bad internet could have parents choosing between their child’s safety or their education. “You know there are some families that just don’t have internet and they rely on the school for their kids to get access to technology,” said Scott Chauvet, superintendent for Geyser Public Schools. One in 3 Montanan’s lack access to reliable broadband. And in a time where so many students are learning from home, that access has become more crucial than ever. “It’s really important that we’re able to teach kids while they’re at home, that’s why we need good broadband,” said Senator Jon Tester. Senator Tester
Senate Probe Boosts Effort to Rein in Land Tax Shelters (3)
Tax-advantaged land deals known as syndicated conservation easements are set up solely for tax avoidance and will continue to cost the government billions in lost revenue if allowed in their current form, a Senate Finance Committee investigation found. A bipartisan report, released Tuesday, compared the deals to inserting a dollar into a vending machine and getting two back. It sets the stage for Congress to pass legislation to stop abusive versions of these transactions, which have been under IRS scrutiny for years. “The abuse of the charitable conservation easement tax incentive must be put to an end,” said Sen. Steve
Pilot who died in helicopter crash fighting Oregon fire identified as Bozeman man
BOZEMAN- U.S. Senator Steve Daines on Tuesday issued the following statement after learning Tom Duffy, a firefighting pilot from Bozeman, died while fighting the White River Fire in the Mount Hood National Forest in Oregon. “I am saddened to hear about the passing of Bozeman’s very own Tom Duffy,” Daines said. “Tom Duffy tragically passed fighting the fires at Mt. Hood National Forest in service of the people of Oregon. Cindy and I offer our prayers to Tom’s family and loved ones.” Earlier Tuesday, Mt. Hood National Forest issued the following news release about the crash: TYGH VALLEY, Ore. (Aug.
Daines Tours Adaptive Performance Center in Billings, Stresses Importance of Services for Disabled Veterans
BILLINGS – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today met with local leaders, volunteers and veterans at the Adaptive Performance Center in Billings to talk about the importance of services for Montana’s disabled veterans. Daines has been pushing the VA to provide grant funding for the Adaptive Performance Center to help support Montana veterans. TO DOWNLOAD TV ELEMENTS, CLICK HERE. Veterans who are amputees, para/quadriplegics and those who suffer from PTSD, depression and anxiety utilize this facility because the equipment and classes offered are adapted to their physical abilities. This center aims to alleviate veterans’ pain and improve cognitive function while
Daines and Tester secure over $15 million for Montana communities to support jobs, economic development amide COVID-19 pandemic
U.S. Senators Steve Daines and Jon Tester have announced that the Economic Development Administration (EDA) will be directing $3,900,000 through the EDA’s CARES Act Recovery Assistance program and $11,209,000 through the EDA’s CARES Act Recovery Assistance Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) to support Montana communities, small businesses and jobs amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. “This funding is about empowering Montana small business owners whose operations have been impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and strengthening our local communities,” Daines said. “I will continue working to ensure our small business owners get the help and support they need to get through these