Daines Chairs Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee Hearing on the Importance of Central Asia and Black Sea for Global Energy Security
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Europe and Regional Security Cooperation for the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today chaired a Senate Foreign Relations subcommittee hearing where he discussed the need for Europe to decrease dependence on Russia, energy security and the importance of the Black Sea. Watch his full opening remarks HERE. Daines: First I want to thank our three witnesses for being here today to share their expertise on such an important topic. And I just wanted to take a quick moment to thank the Ranking Member Senator Murphy, for his partnership on these issues as well
ICYMI: Daines Op-Ed in the Washington Times: Supporting Made-In-Montana Energy
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines wrote an opinion piece about how to support Made-In-Montana energy. Read the highlights below. SEN STEVE DAINES: Supporting Made-In-Montana Energy Senator Steve Daines Washington Times September 30th, 2025 “Unleashing made-in-America energy has been a hallmark priority of the conservative movement for years. It bolsters our economy and provides millions of jobs. Most importantly, having strong domestic energy production decreases our reliance on foreign nations and protects our national security. The demand for U.S. energy is expected to grow at least 50% over the next 25 years. It’s critical that we do everything we can to
ICYMI: Daines Op-Ed in Lee Newspapers: The Abortion Pill is Harmful to Women
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines wrote an opinion piece about the dangers of the abortion pill that ran in Montana newspapers this week. Read highlights below. SEN STEVE DAINES: The Abortion Pill is Harmful to Women Senator Steve Daines Lee Newspapers September 23rd, 2025 “The abortion pill, easily sold over the counter at the local drug store or shipped out by mail, causes traumatic adverse effects for the women who take it. Yet the federal government lauds the pill as safe. Pro-abortion advocates call it “safe as Tylenol,” despite overwhelming evidence showing otherwise… …There is evidence that proves mifepristone is
Daines Introduces Bill to Protect Religious Liberty for Montana College Students
U.S. SENATE – Senator Steve Daines introduced the “Equal Campus Access Act of 2025” to protect religious liberty for college students and ensure that religious student organizations are not discriminated against on campus. “America would not be the land of the free without our fundamental right to freedom of religion, and our college campuses should be the strongest defenders of these rights. This bill makes certain that public colleges treat religious student organizations the same as every other student group. Now more than ever, our nation needs students to live out and share their faith together. I’m proud to stand behind this bill,” said Daines. Read the full text of
Daines Introduces Bill to Support Montana Moms, Help Prevent Stillbirths
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines introduced the bipartisan “SHINE for Autumn Act” to support mothers and reduce stillbirths by improving data reporting standards, developing guidelines, and raising awareness for families and health care providers. “Stillbirth is a tragedy faced by thousands of moms and families every year, both in Montana and throughout the nation. I’m glad to join my colleagues on this bipartisan bill to help expand research, education, and data collection surrounding stillbirths, so we can save lives and provide hope for stillbirth families,” said Daines. Read the bill text HERE. Background: The “SHINE for Autumn Act” aims to bridge gaps in stillbirth data, research,
Daines Reacts to President Trump’s Visit to the U.K. on Newsmax
Applauds New Technology Prosperity Deal U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today joined Newsmax’s National Report to discuss President Trump’s visit to the United Kingdom and react to the new Technology Prosperity Deal signed by President Trump and Prime Minister Starmer this morning. Watch the full interview HERE. Daines on how President Trump is strengthening the U.S.-U.K. partnership: America is the most powerful nation in the world, and we have the most powerful leader in the world in President Trump. I’m so proud of what President Trump is doing, [and] Secretary Bessent. They’re going on our allies’ turf. The UK is one of our
ICYMI: Daines Op-Ed in the Daily Caller: A Roadmap for the U.S.-Israel Alliance
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines wrote an opinion piece about the future of the U.S.-Israel relationship that was published in the Daily Caller. Read highlights below. SEN STEVE DAINES: A Roadmap For The U.S.-Israel Alliance Senator Steve Daines The Daily Caller September 16th, 2025 I travelled to Israel this past weekend, and with the two-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 atrocities approaching, it’s important to remember what happened, reflect on where the conflict stands, and offer suggestions for where we go from here… …Oct. 7 was the worst attack on Jews since the Holocaust. Thousands of Hamas terrorists invaded Israel
Daines Applauds BLM for Supporting MT Energy, Increasing Oil and Gas Lease Sales
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines released the below statement following the news that the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) secured over $38 million in an oil and gas lease sale, including 23 parcels in Montana and North Dakota. “The announcement from the BLM shows that President Trump’s administration is committed to commonsense policies that are in the best interests of Montana energy. The BLM has focused on expanding America’s energy dominance, which benefits Montana’s economy and provides well-paying jobs for our communities. Thank you President Trump and Secretary Burgum for unlocking these oil and gas lease sales in the
Daines Meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
Attends Ceremony Unveiling Pilgrim’s Road U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem. He also attended the unveiling ceremony of the “Pilgrim’s Road” at the City of David National Park with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. “It was an honor and privilege to travel to Israel this weekend and convey my support to Prime Minister Netanyahu and the Israeli people. As we approach the two-year anniversary of the worst terrorist attack in Israel’s history, it’s important to remember that there will not be peace in Israel or Gaza until Hamas is eradicated and