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Daines, Gianforte Bring Jobs Back to Montana
U.S. SENATE -U.S. Senator Steve Daines and Representative Greg Gianforte today announced the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) signed the Final Record of Decision (ROD) for the Rock Creek Project on the Kootenai National Forest. The project, 13 miles northeast of Noxon, is estimated to create 340 full-time mine jobs when at full production, and contribute to an additional 299 secondary jobs per year. "The Rock Creek project will spur good paying jobs for hundreds and bring roughly $40 million annually… Continue Reading
08.24.18
Daines Secures $4.6 Million Grant for Helena Regional Airport
U.S. SENATE - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced the Helena Regional Airport received a $4,605,472 grant secured through the Department of Transportation's Airport Improvement Program. "This is great news for Montana," Daines said. "This funding will ensure Montanans and visitors to our great state have reliable access and infrastructure to enjoy the things that make our state exceptional." Jeff Wadekamper, Director of Helena Regioanl Airport, touted the grant and said, "Passenger traf… Continue Reading
08.22.18
Daines Helps Secure $904,717 Grant to Hire New Firefighters in Belgrade
U.S. SENATE - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced that the Central Valley Fire District (CVFD) in Belgrade, MT was awarded a grant of $904,717 for the hiring of additional firefighters. The grant, administered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is part of the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Program. "The Central Valley Fire District's firefighters put their lives on the line every day to protect our communities from devastation," Daines said. "This fun… Continue Reading
08.22.18
Daines Pushes for New Program to Help Reduce Future Wildfires
U.S. SENATE -Today, in a Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing, U.S. Senator Steve Daines urged Congress to take action on his bill that will improve the health of national forests and revitalize the timber industry. Daines' bill, the Protect Collaboration for Healthier Forests Act, establishes a pilot arbitration program authorizing the U.S. Forest Service to use binding arbitration in Montana and Idaho as an alternative dispute resolution process for certain forest restoration … Continue Reading
08.21.18
Daines Helps Secure $1,500,000 Grant for University of Montana
U.S. SENATE - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced that the University of Montana received a $1,500,000 grant from the Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration (FTA) as part of its Low and No Emission Vehicle Deployment Program. "This is great news for the University of Montana, its students and the surrounding community," Daines said. "This grant will not only help strengthen the University's transit system, but improve air quality and lower fuel costs. I am proud t… Continue Reading
08.14.18
Daines, Gianforte Push for Funding for Montana Communities
U.S. SENATE -U.S. Senator Steve Daines and Rep. Greg Gianforte today sent a letter to Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator Brock Long to urge the approval of Montana's major disaster declaration request following this year's severe flooding. The declaration will provide federal funding to assist in cleanup and recovery efforts needed to support Montana's communities and economy. "Montana experienced heavy spring flooding this year that severely impacted communities and infrastruc… Continue Reading
08.13.18
Daines Pushes for Permanent Reauthorization, Full Funding of LWCF
U.S. SENATE -U.S. Senator Steve Daines today met with community leaders and stakeholders to address the importance and future of the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), a widely supported, bipartisan program critical to Montana jobs and protecting Montanans' outdoor way of life. Without congressional action, the program will expire at the end of September. Daines was joined by Mary Hollow with Prickly Pear Land Trust, Mark Lambrecht with Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Mark Aagenes with The… Continue Reading
08.13.18
Daines: NDAA is a Win for Montana, Win for the Nation
U.S. SENATE -U.S. Senator Steve Daines today issued the following statement on the signing of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) by President Donald J. Trump. Watch HERE Download HERE "We got good news today - President Trump just signed the NDAA that authorizes spending for our U.S. military. It's also very important for Montana and our nuclear mission, and what the men and women who serve at Malmstrom Air Force Base do for our nation and our state. It's a big win for Montana an… Continue Reading
08.10.18
Daines Honors Craig and Becky Barrus as “Angels in Adoption”
U.S. SENATE -U.S. Senator Steve Daines today recognized Craig and Becky Barrus of Trout Creek as his 2018 "Angels in Adoption." "Angels in Adoption" is supported by the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute (CCAI) as a way to honor Americans making a difference in the lives of children through adoption. "Nominating Craig and Becky Barrus as our Angels in Adoption is a true honor," Daines said. "With Becky having been a former foster child herself, the Barruses understand the importanc… Continue Reading
08.07.18
Daines Accepting Applications for Service Academy Nominations
U.S. SENATE -U.S. Senator Steve Daines is now accepting applications from young Montanans to compete for a nomination to be appointed to one of the United States Service Academies. "It is a true honor to nominate Montana's brightest and hardworking high school seniors to be appointed to one of our nation's service academies," Daines said. "The application process is critical to selecting well-qualified nominees, and I look forward to learning more about our state's remarkable students." Making… Continue Reading
08.06.18
Forest Service Responds to Daines’ Demands to Expedite Salvage Projects
U.S. SENATE -U.S. Senator Steve Daines today released comprehensive data on recent forest salvage and restoration projects that have taken place due to Daines' efforts and the efforts of local elected officials and forest collaboratives. The projects will help reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfire and create jobs for Montanans. "Last year's wildfires were devastating for Montana's communities and forests. Our state and towns were covered with smoke for weeks at a time, and our once flourishi… Continue Reading
08.01.18
Daines Defends Montana’s Right to Export Coal to Asia
U.S. SENATE -U.S. Senators Steve Daines, John Barraso, Shelley Moore Capito and James Inhofe introduced a bill clearing the way for construction of the Millennium Bulk Terminal, which would create hundreds of Montana jobs by expanding trade opportunities for Montana coal. The legislation clarifies that Section 401 of the Clean Water Act cannot be used as a weapon to prohibit Montana's exportation of clean and reliable coal to the nation's allies in the Asia Pacific Region. Watch HERE Downlo… Continue Reading
07.31.18
Daines, Gianforte Applaud Announcement of Sheep Gap Fire Salvage Project
U.S. SENATE - U.S. Senator Steve Daines and Rep. Greg Gianforte today applauded the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) announcement that they will sign the Sheep Gap Fire Salvage Project located on the Plains/Thompson Falls Ranger District of the Lolo National Forest in Sanders County. Under the approved Emergency Situation Determination (ESD), the Lolo National Forest is able to expedite timber sales for the Sheep Gap project during the fall of 2018. "Last year's fires harmed communities and devastate… Continue Reading
07.30.18
Daines Announces Over $20 Million in Funding for Montana Airports
U.S. SENATE -U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced over $20 million in grant funding for Montana airports throughout the state. As a member of the Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Daines helped secure the critical funding through grants for airport improvements. "Montanans should be able to count on safe and reliable access to airports and infrastructure," said Daines. "This funding will help bring our state's infrastructure to the 21st century, and as a res… Continue Reading
07.30.18
Daines, Gianforte Support Northwest Montana Mining Projects
U.S. SENATE -U.S. Senator Steve Daines and Rep. Greg Gianforte released the following statements in response to the announcement that reclamation work on the Troy Mine was being paused due to the state of Montana's "bad actor" decision against Hecla Mining Company. The ruling has also put on hold two other long delayed mining projects: the Montanore Mine near Libby and the Rock Creek Mine near Noxon. "It's a disappointment that the Montanore and Rock Creek Mines continue to face roadblocks. An… Continue Reading
07.30.18
Daines, Duckworth Push for Extension to Build Vietnam Veteran Education Center
U.S. SENATE -U.S. Senators Steve Daines (R-Mont.) and Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) today introduced a bill that extends the time to raise the necessary funds for completion of the Vietnam Veteran Education Center. "Montana is home to one of the nation's largest populations of veterans per capita," said Daines. "Finishing the education center will help teach visitors from around the world about the sacrifices Montana's and the nation's Vietnam Veterans made for our freedom." "It's important for ou… Continue Reading
07.27.18
President Signs Daines’ Bipartisan Gibson Dam Hydro Bill Into Law
U.S. SENATE - Today, President Donald Trump signed the Montana congressional delegation's legislation on the Gibson Dam Hydro Project into law. The bill, introduced by U.S. Senators Steve Daines and Jon Tester and Congressman Greg Gianforte, ensures the completion of the Gibson Dam Hydro Project near Augusta. "This is a win for Montana," said Daines. "This bill will create high paying Montanan jobs, boost our economy and power Montana homes with clean, affordable and reliable energy. "Hydropo… Continue Reading
07.26.18
Daines, Gianforte Introduce Legislation to Protect Montana Forest Projects from Fringe Environment Extremists
U.S. SENATE -U.S. Senator Steve Daines and Congressman Greg Gianforte today introduced legislation that will cut red tape and protect forest management projects from litigation. "Time is of the essence to properly manage our forests," said Daines. "Fringe environmental extremists have kept solutions at bay and that's why I'm introducing legislation that will cut excessive red tape and protect forest management projects from getting caught in the litigation process." "The disastrous… Continue Reading
07.25.18
DAINES: We Must Permanently Reauthorize LWCF
U.S. SENATE -U.S. Senator Steve Daines today introduced an amendment that would permanently reauthorize the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). If not renewed LWCF will expire at the end of September. "LWCF is critical to Montana jobs and our outdoor way of life. Our children and grandchildren are counting on us to preserve America's outdoor heritage. I will fight at every opportunity for its permanent reauthorization." said Daines. The amendment would modify the Interior Appropriatio… Continue Reading
07.25.18
Daines Video Statement on Senate Passage of East Rosebud
U.S. SENATE -U.S. Senator Steve Daines released the following statement after the final passage of the Montana delegation's bill to designate East Rosebud Creek as Wild and Scenic. It will now be sent to the President for signature. Senator Daines has worked tirelessly over five years on the passage of this bill. Watch HERE Download HERE The bill designates two sections, totaling 20 miles, of the creek that run entirely though Forest Service land. East Rosebud Creek originates in the … Continue Reading
