KPAX: Sen. Daines visits crews battling Roaring Lion Fire
HAMILTON – Montana’s Republican Senator Steve Daines is echoed what many Bitterrooters felt Wednesday night: relief and appreciation for the firefighters battling the Roaring Lion fire. The state’s junior Senator visited fire camp early Wednesday evening. Daines is the fourth Montana lawmaker to make the trip to the Type-1 camp at Hamilton High School, arriving in time for the evening recap of the crew’s operations. Daines says he is proud of the firefighters who are risking their own lives to help save the lives and property of others. “These are the top fire managers, incident command and control, and these firefighters, these men and
Daines Submits Comments to BLM for Review of Federal Coal Program
U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senator Steve Daines announced that the coal scoping meeting he hosted in Billings generated 68 comments to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for their review of the federal coal program. On June 21, Daines held a public scoping meeting in Billings to ensure that the Department of Interior (DOI) hears the voices that will be most impacted by their review of the federal coal program. Montana has the nation’s largest estimated recoverable coal reserves. “It’s great that Montanans have been able to make their voices heard in decisions that affect their families’ ability to put food on the table,” Daines
The Hill: Highlighting contributions of entrepreneurs, startup companies
For many Americans, a cornerstone of the American Dream is the opportunity to take an idea and turn it into a successful business. Our nation’s economic prosperity was built on a foundation of American ingenuity and the drive to turn dreams into reality. As members of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, we share a common goal of supporting the small businesses that are a key part of the American economy. This year we are joining together to celebrate the 4th Annual Startup Day Across America, an effort to highlight the critical contributions entrepreneurs and startup companies make to our
Daines Announces $950,000 for Montana Airports
Grants awarded to Deer Lodge, Great Falls, Culbertson and Three Forks U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced $950,100.00 in funding for critical construction upgrades for four Montana airports. Grants were awarded to airports in Deer Lodge, Great Falls, Culbertson and Three Forks. “It’s important that our airports have the resources they need to continue to connect our communities,” Daines stated. “This funding will ensure that our airports can meet their infrastructure needs as well as the needs of the passengers that they serve.” The following grants were awarded today by the U.S. Department of Transportation: Bowman Field Airport: $529,177.00 to fund the
The Missoulian: Hit with a 2×4: Senators push for action on Canadian softwood deal
“Cap-and-trade” has become a familiar phrase in energy policy discussions. Where U.S.-Canadian lumber imports are involved, it’s more about “cap or trade.” Last week, Montana’s senators Jon Tester and Steve Daines added their signatures to a call for faster resolution of a softwood lumber dispute on the northern border. A new agreement could impose a cap on how much Canadian lumber can come south, or set trade rules for the amount of customs duties each truckload has to pay. Softwood means the conifer wood used for 2-by-4s and other housing construction boards. A 10-year agreement governing how the two nations would
Daines Announces $325,000 to Expand Telehealth Services in Billings
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced $325,000 to expand telehealth services in rural communities across Montana. The grant was awarded to St. Vincent Healthcare Foundation in Billings. “It’s critical that Montanans have access to healthcare regardless of where they live,” Daines stated. “Telehealth plays an increasingly important role in communities across Montana and I’m excited that St. Vincent will be able to continue providing quality healthcare services to Montanans.” “This grant award from The Office for the Advancement of Telehealth in HRSA allows the continuation of The Northwest Regional Telehealth Resource Center which is based out of Billings but serves seven states
Daines Announces over $3.5 Million for Bozeman Airport
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced $3,565,062 in funding for critical upgrades at the Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport. “As someone who travels regularly through the Bozeman Airport, I know how important this airport is for both tourists and Montanans to keep our state connected,” Daines stated. “With this additional funding, Bozeman Airport can continue to make the Bozeman area a great place to do business for years to come.” The grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Transportation and will be used to rehabilitate the taxiway and taxiway lighting. “First, we would like to thank the Senator and
Flathead Beacon: Glacier International Airport Receives Federal Grant for Master Plan
Glacier Park International Airport has received a $302,000 grant from the Federal Aviation Administration to pay for a new master plan that will help guide the facility’s future. The news that GPI would be receiving $302,000 from the FAA comes a week after the airport received $1.2 million from the federal government to reimburse it for recently purchased equipment. Airport Director Cindi Martin said the grant would help the airport update its master plan, which was last revised in 2009. She said the airport is required by law to update its master plan every eight to 10 years. The plan helps
Daines Announces over $400,000 for Montana Airports
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced $409,193 in funding for critical construction upgrades for airports in Kalispell and Thompson Falls. “Montana’s airports help keep our communities connected and are critical to keeping Montana a top travel destination for tourists,” Daines stated. The following grants were awarded today by the U.S. Department of Transportation: Glacier Park International Airport: $302,993 Thompson Falls Airport: $106,200 Daines secured the following provisions in the Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization: Airport Improvement Program (AIP) dollars which build and maintain Montana’s critical aviation infrastructure such as runways. Secured language that ensures if airports see a