Malmstrom Air Force Base Commander Confirmed by U.S. Senate
U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senator Steve Daines voted this week to confirm Colonel Ronald G. Allen, Jr. for promotion to Brigadier General in the United States Air Force. “Col. Allen has led the men and women at Malmstrom on missions critical to our national security with distinction,” said Daines. “It is my honor to support his confirmation as a Brigadier General.” “It’s a great honor to serve with someone of Colonel Allen’s caliber and character,” said Col. Peter Bonetti, 341st Vice Commander. “I’m grateful to see the Senate confirmation. It’s an acknowledgement that Colonel Allen’s senior leadership is vital to the Air Force and the
Daines, Tester and Gianforte Call on Forest Service to Prioritize Kootenai Forestland Project
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senators Steve Daines, John Tester and Congressman Greg Gianforte are urging the Forest Service to prioritize a conservation easement in northwest Montana that will strengthen the local economy and create jobs. The Montana delegation threw their support behind an agreement between Stimson Lumber Company and the state of Montana to preserve more than 22,000 acres of private land for timber harvest, wildlife habitat, and recreational access. “The Kootenai Forestlands Project will not only have significant economic benefits, but will also provide critical conservation gains,” wrote the members. “Protecting these lands also means protecting our state’s clean water, and the
Daines Announces Five Montana Schools to Receive Computers Through Senate Program
U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced that he has helped facilitate a donation of 25 computers to five Montana public schools as part of the United States Senate’s Computers for Schools Program. “Our children are the future of America and our greatest investment,” said Daines “The Computers for Schools program gives them the tools to compete and succeed in the 21st century economy.” Recipients include: Big Sandy Public Schools will receive 5 computers Greenfield School will receive 5 computers Hardin School Districts 17-H&1 will receive 5 computers Hot Springs School District 14-J will receive 5 computers Winnett Public School District #1 will
Montana Delegation’s Bill to Name Peak in Diekmann’s Honor Passes U.S. Senate
U.S. Senators Steve Daines and Jon Tester and U.S. Representative Greg Gianforte today hailed U.S. Senate passage of their bill to honor the life of renowned Montana conservationist, Alex Diekmann, by naming an unnamed peak in his memory. The U.S. Senate today passed a bill to name an unnamed 9,765-foot peak as “Alex Diekmann Peak.” “Alex Diekmann brought Montanans together to balance the needs of local landowners, ranchers and foresters, local cities and towns, county commissions, and federal and state interests to protect our public lands,” Daines stated. “I look forward to visiting and climbing Alex Diekmann Peak in Alex’s honor with
Daines Votes to Return over $700 Million in Tax Cuts to Montana Families
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today voted to send the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act to the President’s desk and return over $700 million in tax cuts to Montanans. “Getting the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act across the finish line means families will see bigger paychecks, Main Street businesses will be able to hire more workers, and America will compete and win on the world stage,” said Daines. “Montanans’ hard-earned dollars belong in their pockets – not in Washington, D.C.’s coffers.” Highlights of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Relief for Montanans: Montanans will keep more than $700 million in
KMMS: Montana Student Gets Appointed To The U.S. Naval Academy
Senator Steve Daines has called Montana high school student Gabriel Jourdonnais to congratulate him on his offer to the Naval Academy at Annapolis, MD. He also received nominations to the Air Force Academy and the Merchant Marine Academy. Jourdonnais is currently a student at Big Sky High School. “Jourdonnais possesses the highest ideals of Montana’s character and work ethic. I know he has great potential as a leader in our nation’s military,” Daines said. “I look forward to continuing to watch Jourdonnais as he represents Montana in his future endeavors.” Jourdonnais is also president at Big Sky High School, School
Daines: Whose Money is it Anyway?
U.S. SENATE —U.S. Senator Steve Daines today spoke on the Senate floor in anticipation of a vote on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which will give 99 percent of Montanans a tax cut. To watch the video click HERE. To download the video click HERE. Background: The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will keep over $700 million dollars in Montanans’ pockets – instead of lining the pockets of Washington, D.C. According to the Montana Department of Revenue, nearly 99% of Montanans will see a tax cut under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Acts. On average, Montanans will keep $1,600 of their hard-earned
Missoulian: Updated: Direct flights to Dallas, Chicago coming to Missoula
American Airlines will begin daily direct flights to Dallas and seasonal direct daily flights to Chicago from Missoula in June, the Missoula International Airport announced Monday. Both flights will begin June 7, with customers already able to book tickets, airport director Cris Jensen said. The Chicago flight will run through Aug. 20. “I think in terms of air services it’s a big step for the community,” Jensen said. James Grunke, chief executive officer of the Missoula Economic Partnership, said the new American service was brought together in part by Missoula being able to provide a revenue guarantee for the airline