Daines, Sheehy, Downing, Zinke Urge President Trump to Continue Support for Stillwater Mine, Made-In-Montana Energy
Encourage Action to Protect Montana Mines Against Illegal Russian Dumping U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senators Steve Daines and Tim Sheehy, along with Congressmen Troy Downing (MT-02) and Ryan Zinke (MT-01) today sent a letter to President Trump thanking him for his support for Made-In-America energy and highlighting the importance of continued operation at Montana’s Sibanye-Stillwater Mine. “Montana is home to an abundance of critical minerals, notably in the Stillwater mining district. The Stillwater and East Boulder Mines, owned and operated by Sibanye-Stillwater, produce Platinum Group Metals and are the only primary producer of platinum and palladium in the United States. The company
Daines Applauds Senate Confirmation of David Perdue as U.S. Ambassador to China
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines issued the following statement today commending the U.S. Senate for confirming David Perdue as the next ambassador to China: “David Perdue is the right man at the right time to represent the United States as Ambassador to China. He is clear-eyed about the geopolitical realities and challenges we face and possesses a deep understanding of the culture and customs of the Chinese people. Most importantly, he is a man of integrity who loves his country and will always put America first at home and abroad.” ### Contact: Matt Lloyd, Gabby Wiggins
Daines Statement on New Study Showing Alarming Effects of Abortion Pill
1 in 10 women experience serious adverse effects U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today released the below statement following a new report from the Ethics and Public Policy Center about the alarming effects of the abortion pill on women. “The science is clear: the abortion pill is not safe for women, and it never has been. This recent study is proof that pro-abortion advocates care more about promoting their radical agenda than they do about women’s health. I urge the FDA to reinstate safety protocols for mifepristone, so that we can protect the health of women and uphold the dignity
Daines Applauds President Trump’s Action to Protect Montana’s Colstrip Power Plant
Executive Order Comes After Daines Urged EPA to Keep Plant Open U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today applauded President Trump’s executive order that keeps Montana’s Colstrip Power Plant open, prevents blackouts across the state, and supports Made-In-Montana energy. “With this executive order, President Trump delivered on a hallmark promise: to protect and unleash Made-In-America energy. The Colstrip Power Plant keeps the lights on for Montanans and provides jobs and revenue for the state. It’s refreshing to finally have an administration that puts the needs of our communities first, rather than pandering to woke environmentalists. I look forward to working with
Daines Bill to Keep Montana’s Bull Mountains Mine Open One Step Closer to Becoming Law
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced that his bill to keep Montana’s Bull Mountains Mine open passed the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee with bipartisan support. Watch Daines’ remarks HERE. “The Bull Mountains Mine near Roundup, Montana, is the lifeblood of Musselshell County, providing more than 250 jobs for hardworking Montanans and a massive boost to the local economy. I am glad to see my bill pass the ENR Committee and move one step closer to the President’s desk. I’ll always fight to support Made-In-Montana energy and protect Montana jobs,” said Daines. Background: Daines introduced S.362 in March 2025. It
Daines, USTR Greer Discuss Expanding Market Access for Farmers and Ranchers
Urges Administration to Secure Concessions from Trading Partners to Protect and Grow American Jobs and Increase Market Access for Farmers, Ranchers, and Manufacturers U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today spoke with President Trump’s U.S. Trade Representative, Jamieson Greer, in a Senate Finance Committee hearing. They discussed the goals of President Trump’s trade agenda, and Daines highlighted the need to stop the flow of fentanyl precursors from China and make sure American producers have expanded market access around the globe. Watch the full exchange HERE. Daines: Ambassador Greer, welcome to Capitol Hill. I share the President’s determination to end these unfair trade practices,
Daines Recognizes Dr. Waded Cruzado on Senate Floor for Outstanding Legacy as MSU President
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today recognized Dr. Waded Cruzado ahead of her departure with a speech on the Senate floor for her years of service as President of Montana State University. Dr. Cruzado, who will be departing MSU later this year, helped transform the school into one of the top public universities in the country and made a lasting impact on the state of Montana. Watch Daines’ remarks HERE. Daines’ remarks as prepared for delivery: Thank you, Madam President. I rise today to honor an esteemed Montana leader: Dr. Waded Cruzado. Dr. Cruzado has served as the beloved President of
Daines Applauds Trump Administration for Prioritizing Wildfire Emergency
Trump administration announces expansion of Daines’ provision to increase forest management practices U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today applauded President Trump and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins for expanding the use of Daines’ provision that codified the Forest Service’s “Emergency Situation Determination” to increase streamlined forest management projects in areas facing an emergency. Thousands of acres of National Forest System lands across Montana are at risk of catastrophic wildfires and this expansion will speed up on-the-ground work. “Montanans and folks across the West are sick and tired of breathing in smoke. It is refreshing to have a President and USDA Secretary who recognize the dire emergency of wildfires
Daines Lauds Passage of Senate Budget Resolution
“Today the Senate Paved the Way for President Trump’s America First Agenda” U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today issued the following statement after the Senate passed the budget resolution. “The American people elected President Trump to secure the border, unleash American energy, strengthen our national security, reduce wasteful spending and cut taxes for working families. Today the Senate paved the way for President Trump’s America First agenda, and I was proud to support it,” said Daines. ### Contact: Matt Lloyd, Rachel Dumke