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Senator Baucus Continues ‘Whistle Stop Tour’ with Stops in Great Falls, Missoula, Libby

BAUCUS HONORS VETERANS, SERVICE MEMBERS, REFLECTS ON MONTANA’S OUTDOOR HERITAGE

Montana’s senior U.S. Senator Max Baucus continued his "Whistle Stop Tour" in Great Falls, Missoula and Libby today. Baucus is highlighting some of his most important legacy accomplishments while stopping to thank Montanans across the state.

Honoring Our Veterans, Rally for Service Members

Baucus’s first event of the day brought together veterans, service members and community leaders. Numerous veterans and service members thanked Baucus for his dedication and commitment to our men and women in uniform. In addition, Great Falls mayor Mike Winters presented Baucus with a key to the city for his work in strengthening MANG, Malmstrom Air Force Bases and the Great Falls community.

"Our military men and women put their lives on the line each and every day to make sure we can wake up safe, free and prosperous. Thank you will never be enough to honor their service and sacrifice, and of their families as well," said Baucus. "Of all the people I met with over the last 40 years, it was always our veterans and service members that struck me the most. Their commitment to service and dedication to our country is bar none. It’s been my privilege to fight for our heroes and to make sure they come home to a nation that truly honors their service.

"Senator Baucus has been a steadfast advocate for our military men and women. Working with him on PTSD legislation was a true honor and its work that has literally saved lives," Matt Kuntz, Executive Director of National Alliance on Mental Illness for Montanans. "Max fought for our heroes and their families, and his leadership will be missed. I truly appreciate all that Max has done."

BAUCUS’ GROUNDBREAKING PTSD LEGISLATION BY THE NUMBERS:

· More than 800,000 combat troops have received personalized, confidential mental health screenings.

· And, more than 8,500 mental health care screeners have been trained to better recognize the signs of PTSD in service members.

Rally for Outdoor Heritage

Baucus continued his tour in Missoula bringing together sportsmen, conservationists, outdoor enthusiasts and business owners to celebrate Montana’s outdoor heritage. Speakers thanked Baucus for his years of fighting to protect Montana’s public lands. Missoula mayor, John Engen, presented Baucus with a photo book by Missoula photographer Nelson Kenter and a seven foot Ponderosa Pine tree honoring Max’s service.

"Montana’s pristine outdoors will always hold a special place in my heart. From day one, I have been committed to protecting Montana’s outdoor heritage for our kids and grandkids. And through our work together we’ve protected some of Montana’s most unique and beautiful places," said Baucus. "Serving Montana has been the best job in the world. Thank you for the privilege of allowing me to be your Senator."

"Montana’s map has been changed forever by Max’s work. From the grasslands in Eastern Montana to the mountain tops in the West, Max loved it all. In 40 years, Max was able to help ensure 1 million acres of land are now open and public for generations to enjoy," said Richard Jeo, state director for The Nature Conservancy. "We cannot thank him enough for his dedication, hard work and leadership in protecting Montana’s great outdoors."

Saturday February 1st, 2014

3:30 PM LIBBY

News conference: Baucus and CARD Clinic to Make Major Announcement

CARD Clinic

214 E 3rd Street, Libby

Sunday February 2nd, 2014

10:30 AM HELENA

Hometown Reception: Thanks Max Brunch* (Reporters and Editors: please be advised this event is invite only. Members of the media may RSVP to [email protected])

Holter Museum

12 E. Lawrence, Helena

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