Daines, Sheehy Introduce Bill Ensuring Clean Water for Northeastern Montana
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senators Steve Daines and Tim Sheehy today introduced a bill to reauthorize the Fort Peck Dry Prairie Rural Water System. The bill extends authority for the Bureau of Reclamation to continue constructing essential water infrastructure in the Fort Peck Reservation and in Roosevelt, Sheridan, Valley, and Daniels counties from December 2026 to December 2028. “Water infrastructure is especially important for Montana’s tribes and rural communities, and I’m pleased this bill will help provide these areas clean, safe water,” said Daines. “As I work alongside Senator Daines to make life more safe, prosperous, and affordable for all Montanans, it’s
Daines on Montana Radio: Men Don’t Belong in Women’s Sports
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today joined KSKY, KGEZ, and KGVO’s morning radio shows to talk news of the day. Read highlights below. Daines on keeping men out of women’s sports: I was with Riley Gaines there on the steps of the Supreme Court. Of course, Riley has been the face and spokesperson here for the craziness of men competing in women’s sports. And Riley is an amazing patriot. I said, Riley, can you believe that we’re standing here in front of the United States Supreme Court hearing a case about whether or not it’s okay to allow men to
Daines at Supreme Court: Girl’s Sports are for Girls Only
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today attended the Save Women’s Sports Rally on the steps of the Supreme Court in Washington D.C. during oral arguments for two cases defending women’s sports. “Girl’s sports are for girls only, and men should never be allowed to play on women’s sports teams. This is common sense and biological truth. Leftists are trying to destroy Title IX to push their radical agenda and it simply harms the women that Title IX was created to protect. As a dad of two girls, I will always stand for truth and I’m proud of all the women
Daines on Fox Business: Regime Change in Iran is “A Berlin Wall Moment for the Middle East”
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today joined Fox Business to discuss President Trump’s “Peace Through Strength” policy and its success around the world. Watch the full interview HERE. Daines on regime change in Iran: Let’s be clear, the Iranian people will drive the regime change regardless of any action taken by the United States. This is a Berlin Wall moment for the Middle East. If you’re 45 years old or younger, you’ve only grown up knowing there’s been an Ayatollah in charge in Iran, but I’m old enough to remember, you are as well, Larry, that we used to have Iran
Daines Sends Letter Urging Efforts to Support American Sheep Industry
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today led a letter to U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) Jamieson Greer, voicing support for American sheep producers who have been disadvantaged by surging imports into the domestic market. The letter also highlighted a recent petition put forth by American producers to USTR and the U.S. International Trade Commission to initiate an investigation under Section 201 of the Trade Act of 1974 into foreign imports. “We appreciate both your and President Trump’s decisive action to address unfair trading practices against American agricultural producers as well as efforts to enhance market access across the globe. America’s domestic
Daines Introduces Bill to Support and Expand Quantum Research
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today introduced the National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act to support quantum research programs in Montana and across the nation. The bill reauthorizes Daines’ 2018 National Quantum Initiative Act through 2034, which expands research and development programs for quantum and photonics. “In the past several years, Montana has become a leader in quantum and photonics research. The industry supports our economy and provides hundreds of Montana jobs. I’m proud to introduce this bipartisan bill to ensure critical research programs continue so the U.S. remains at the forefront of cutting-edge technology,” said Daines. Background: Daines has long been a supporter
In The News: Daines leads $5.2B quantum computing funding redux
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines spoke with the Bozeman Daily Chronicle about his National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act, which supports quantum research programs in Montana and across the nation. Read highlights from the story below. Daines leads $5.2B quantum computing funding redux Bozeman Daily Chronicle Dan Astin January 8th, 2026 “Montana Sen. Steve Daines is leading the brigade to recharge research and development funding for quantum computing, an advanced methodology utilizing simultaneous calculation to solve complex problems with exponential speed… …Daines said he believes renewing the federal financial support could enable breakthroughs in medicine, wildfire detection, self-driving cars, artificial intelligence,
Daines, Sheehy, Zinke, Downing Urge U.S. Air Force to Address Delayed Aircraft Delivery to Montana Air National Guard
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senators Steve Daines and Tim Sheehy, as well as Congressmen Ryan Zinke (MT-01) and Troy Downing (MT-02) today sent a letter to U.S. Air Force Secretary Troy Meink expressing concern about continued delivery delays in C-130J aircraft to the Montana Air National Guard. “We write to you today to express our concern regarding continued delays in C-130J aircraft deliveries to the Montana Air National Guard and to emphasize the importance of timely receipt. The Montana Air National Guard 120th Airlift Wing currently operates a fleet of 8 C-130Hs, all of which are scheduled to be replaced
ICYMI: Daines Op-Ed: 2025 Was a Historic Year for Montana
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines wrote an op-ed for the Bozeman Daily Chronicle recapping 2025’s historic wins for Montana. Read it below. 2025 Was a Historic Year for Montana Bozeman Daily Chronicle Senator Steve Daines December 27th, 2025 2025 was a historic year for Montana. Tim Sheehy, a former Navy Seal, joined me in the U.S. Senate, along with Troy Downing and Ryan Zinke in the U.S. House. Working together, we’ve made major strides advancing Montana priorities, from increasing our energy dominance, protecting our public lands, and supporting farmers, ranchers, veterans, and working families. We now have a majority in