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2025 Legislature reaches halfway point: what's been done 2025 Legislature reaches halfway point: what's been done

Legislators have voted forward bills on property tax relief, Medicaid expansion, judicial oversight and more. The Montana Legislature eased into its mid-session transmittal break Friday, offering the body’s Republican majority and Democratic minority a chance to trumpet their accomplishments at the ...

Public comment sought on Chief Water Court Judge applicant

News from Rob Bird, MT Judicial Branch MONTANA - The following candidates have applied for the position of Chief Water Court Judge for the Montana Water Court: Stephen Brown Public comment is now open on the appointment. The applications may be viewed through a link available at: Boards & Commiss...

Governor advocates for historic income tax cut, meaningful property tax relief

News from the office of Governor Gianforte HELENA - During a press conference at the State Capitol on Thursday, March 6, Governor Gianforte reiterated his priorities to deliver Montanans the largest income tax cut in state history and secure meaningful property tax relief for Montana homeowners and smal...

Legislative Notes Legislative Notes

In Montana, the following statement rings true now more than ever: “Whiskey is for drinking, and water is for fighting.” Although the quote is often misattributed to Mark Twain, the adage’s creator was highlighting a perennial issue in governance out west – water rights. In 2025, exem...

Symposium addresses ‘The Future of Research in the Age of AI’

From MSU News Service BOZEMAN – Exploring the possibilities and challenges of large-scale research in the age of artificial intelligence and machine learning will be the focus of a conference co-hosted by Montana State University on March 27–28 in Bozeman. “The Future of Research in...

New hunting, fishing and conservation license year began March 1

News from Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks HELENA – The new license year opened March 1, which means that’s the first day you can buy your 2025 hunting, fishing and conservation licenses and begin applying for permits and special licenses. The deadline to apply for deer and elk permits is ...

Governor speaks about House’s passage of permanent property tax cut Governor speaks about House’s passage of permanent property tax cut

News from the office of Governor Gianforte HELENA – Governor Greg Gianforte recently released the following statement in response to House legislators passing House Bill 231, the bipartisan Homestead Rate Cut bill that permanently cuts property tax rates for Montana homeowners, renters, and small ...

Call for applications for Chief Water Court Judge

News from Rob Bird, Montana Judicial Branch  MONTANA - The Judicial Branch will begin accepting applications today through Feb. 28, 2025, for the Chief Water Court Judge. Current Chief Water Court Judge Stephen Brown was appointed to fill the duration of the current term, which expires on July 31, ...

Forest Service layoffs mean less fire protection this summer

Editor, In the Flathead Valley we live in a fire prone area. Many of us have evacuated because of fires, or have packed and been ready to evacuate as we’ve watched smoke and flames advance. Don’t expect as much fire protection this summer. The Trump-Musk team is telling the public that no f...

Climate Corner Climate Corner

To provide a better understanding of what climate change means for Montanans, we are hosting a new monthly series, entitled Montana Climate Matters. Each month, you’ll hear from experts knowledgeable about climate science, impacts, and solutions.  Our goal in this endeavor is to facilitate unders...


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