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Democrat Minority Blocks Daines’ Bipartisan Legislation to Promote Jobs on Indian Reservations and Tribal Sovereignty
U.S. SENATE - Today, U.S. Senator Steve Daines released the following statement after a Democrat minority in the Senate blocked his bipartisan bill to promote jobs on Indian reservations and tribal sovereignty, the Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act. "It is time the federal government step out of tribes' way so they can make the right decisions for their communities and create good-paying jobs for their citizens," said Daines. Prior to the vote, Daines spoke on the floor of the U.S. Senate, urging h… Continue Reading
04.12.18
Daines Statement on National Park Fee Announcement
U.S. SENATE - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today released the following statement after the Department of the Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke responded to the public's request that the National Park Service not move forward with a proposal to raise national park entrance fees at 17 parks from $25 to $70. Under today's proposal, most park fees will increase by approximately $5 dollars among other changes. Secretary Zinke extended the public comment period following a letter Daines sent Acting Direct… Continue Reading
04.12.18
Daines Voices Concerns of Montana Farmers and Ranchers to President
U.S. SENATE -Today, at a White House meeting with President Donald Trump, U.S. Senator Steve Daines voiced the concerns of Montana farmers and ranchers to the President by urging the President to expand access to markets critical to the agriculture community. In response to Daines' request, the President expressed interest in reengaging in a trade agreement with Asia-Pacific countries that works for farmers and ranchers. This also follows a letter to President Trump that Daines led with 25 Senat… Continue Reading
04.11.18
Daines Champions Priorities for Tribal Communities in Senate Indian Affairs Committee Hearing, Healthcare Bill Passes Committee
U.S. SENATE - U.S. Senator Steve Daines' legislation to improve the Indian Health Service passed the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs today. Immediately after the vote, Daines championed priorities important to Montana's Indian tribes in a committee hearing, including funding for the Blackfeet water settlement and maintenance improvements at Bureau of Indian Education schools. This week, he also sponsored a bill to provide Indian tribes much-needed tax relief. Funding Priorities Important to … Continue Reading
04.11.18
FEMA Agrees to Work with Daines to Fight Montana Wildfires
U.S. SENATE - Today during a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) agreed to work with U.S. Senator Steve Daines to improve the agency's effectiveness in assisting Montana in fighting wildfires. Daines highlighted the unique challenges Montana faces while applying for Fire Management Assistance Grants, and the need for FEMA to provide clear eligibility guidance to Montana's rural communities. Last year, following Sena… Continue Reading
04.11.18
Daines to Welcome Chairman Barrasso to 2018 Montana Energy Summit
U.S. SENATE - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced that U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works Chairman, John Barrasso (R-WY), will speak at the 2018 Montana Energy Summit. "I want to thank Senator Daines for inviting me to be a part of this important energy summit," said Barrasso. "Wyoming and Montana have led the way with the responsible development of our energy and natural resources. I look forward to discussing ways to maintain American energy dominance while increasin… Continue Reading
04.10.18
Daines Announces $350,000 Grant to Repair Roads in Mineral County
U.S. SENATE - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced a $350,000 Department of Transportation grant to repair federally owned roads in Mineral County that were impacted by severe storms, flooding and landslides. "This important grant will repair roads in Mineral County so they are safe and efficient for the local community to use," said Daines. ###… Continue Reading
04.10.18
Daines Announces $50,000 Grant to Repair Roads in Tribal Communities
U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced a $50,000 federal grant to repair roads for tribal communities in Hill, Choteau, Blaine, Big Horn and Yellowstone Counties. "Flooding, severe storms and landslides have devastated Montana's tribal lands," said Daines. "This critical funding will help restore roads and fund infrastructure projects important to Montana's tribal communities."… Continue Reading
04.10.18
Daines Introduces Bill to Protect Kids’ Privacy
U.S. SENATE - On the same day Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is scheduled to testify before the Senate Commerce and Judiciary Committees after a data leak on the social network that is estimated to have impacted 87 million users, U.S. Senator Steve Daines introduced bipartisan legislation to ensure proper safeguards are in place to protect students' privacy. Daines spoke on the Senate floor to urge his Senate colleagues to support the bill. Download the video HERE. "Today our children's most… Continue Reading
04.09.18
Daines, Tester, Gianforte Announce Bozeman’s Jackson Redmon’s Offer of Appointment from West Point
U.S. SENATE -U.S. Senators Steve Daines and Jon Tester and Congressman Greg Gianforte today announced academy nominee Jackson Redmon's offer of appointment from the United States Military Academy. Jackson lives in Bozeman, Montana. "Jackson's love of country, commitment to protecting our freedoms and proven leadership skills makes him a great candidate for West Point," said Daines. "I look forward to following Jackson's future successes." "As a Senator, one of my greatest honors is appointing … Continue Reading
04.05.18
Daines Signs Amicus Brief to Protect Tax-Free Internet
U.S. SENATE - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today signed an amicus brief, Amici Curiae South Dakota v. Wayfair, which urges the Supreme Court to rule against allowing states to implement an internet sales tax that would harm small businesses and consumers. "The Internet sales tax is a misguided policy that would raise costs for consumers and harm small businesses that are trying to break into new markets and create jobs," said Daines. Background: On March 13, 2018, Daines led a bipartisan coalit… Continue Reading
04.05.18
Daines Commends Court’s Decision to Allow Construction of Intake Diversion Dam
U.S. SENATE - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today applauded a U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals decision to allow construction of a new Intake Diversion Dam. Construction of the dam was previously halted by a lower court's ruling against the Yellowstone Irrigation Project. "This is a win for the four hundred farms that depend on the Yellowstone Irrigation Project to irrigate their over 50,000 acres of cropland," said Daines. "The actions of environmental extremists should not be put before our fa… Continue Reading
04.02.18
Daines, Gianforte Announce Bozeman’s Erik Manning’s Offer of Appointment from U.S. Military Academy
U.S. CONGRESS -U.S. Senator Steve Daines and Congressman Greg Gianforte today announced academy nominee Erik Manning's offer of appointment from the U.S. Military Academy. Erik lives in Bozeman, Montana and attends Bozeman High School. "Erik has proven himself as a leader through his service and sacrifice," said Daines. "I know he would continue to lead by example and make Montana proud at West Point." "Congratulations to Erik on his offer of appointment to West Point. Erik is an outstanding s… Continue Reading
04.02.18
Daines Announces $2.7 Million Grant for Missoula Bus System
U.S. SENATE - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced a $2,726,888.00 federal grant to improve Missoula's bus system. "Strengthening Missoula's bus transportation system will continue to put Missoula on the map as one of the nation's most livable cities and attract new businesses," said Daines. The grant will be used to replace old busses and improve bus stops. ###… Continue Reading
04.02.18
Daines to Host Montana Energy Summit 2018
Registration now open at https://mtenergysummit.com/ U.S. SENATE - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced registration for the Montana Energy Summit 2018 is now open. The summit will take place in Billings on May 30th and 31st, 2018 at the Billings Hotel and Convention Center. Guest speakers and panel discussions will be announced in the coming weeks. To register for the Summit, click here. "Montana energy means energy dominance and high-paying Montana jobs," Daines stated. "In Billings, … Continue Reading
03.30.18
Daines, Tester, Gianforte Announce 2018 Academy and ROTC Days in Montana
U.S. CONGRESS - Senators Steve Daines and Jon Tester and Congressman Greg Gianforte have announced the dates and times of their annual Academy and ROTC Days this year. The free events will take place in Great Falls, Missoula and Billings and are open to Montana students interested in attending a military academy or pursuing a career in the military. These events give students and their families the opportunity to discuss the military academy application process with representatives from Daines… Continue Reading
03.29.18
Daines Supports Forest Service’s Action to Follow Community’s Wishes in Paradise Valley Withdrawal
U.S. SENATE - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today released the following statement after the U.S. Forest Service issued a draft of an Environmental Assessment supporting the proposed 20-year mineral withdrawal in the Emigrant Crevice area. "I am glad that after an extensive process, driven by public input, the U.S. Forest Service is following the local community's wishes to protect this area that is critical to Montana's outdoor economy," said Daines. "I will continue to explore opportunities to mo… Continue Reading
03.28.18
Daines Statement on Nomination of Admiral Ronny Jackson
U.S. Senator Steve Daines today released the following statement after President Donald Trump announced his nomination of Admiral Ronny Jackson as the new secretary of Veterans Affairs. "I appreciate Secretary Shulkin's years of service," said Daines. "Montana's veterans deserve strong leadership at Veterans Affairs. Admiral Ronny Jackson is a highly regarded patriot and I look forward to working with him to provide high quality of care and exceptional service to the Montanans who have sacrifi… Continue Reading
03.23.18
Senate Passes Daines’ Bills to Strengthen Tribal Security and Education
Bills would expand Amber alert systems on Indian reservations and strengthen educational resources U.S. SENATE - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today released the following statement after two of his bills to strengthen tribal security through amber alert systems and increase educational resources for Native American students passed the Senate late last night. Daines' bill to strengthen Amber alert systems now heads to the President's desk to be signed into law. "Too many young people have gone mi… Continue Reading
03.23.18
Daines Statement on John Bolton’s Appointment as National Security Advisor
U.S. SENATE - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today released the following statement after President Trump's announcement naming Ambassador John Bolton as his next National Security Advisor. "I know Ambassador Bolton will serve our country well as National Security Advisor," said Daines. "I thank H.R. McMasater for his over 30 years of service and look forward to working with Ambassador Bolton to strengthen our national security." ###… Continue Reading
