2023 Montana Legislature and Politics

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Montana Governor Gianforte announces ban on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations in state investments

“‘As the State of Montana invests its financial assets, our priority is and should always be maximizing returns for our shareholders – the people of Montana,’ Governor Gianforte said. ‘On my watch, we won’t undermine taxpayers’ returns on investment in favor of the trend of activist, woke capitalism through ESG investing.’

Bozeman mayor’s annual state of the city address highlights some good, some bad

Bozeman’s economy is strong, but its labor force is under pressure.

Montana’s Governor Gianforte in Spotlight at Largest Ever SHOT Show in Vegas

“Montana has the highest number of firearms and ammunition businesses per capita in the country. With our business-friendly environment, proud Second Amendment heritage, and unmatched quality of life, we’ll recruit more.” Governor Greg Gianforte

Gianforte touts progress, notes places to improve in State of State

Gov. Greg Gianforte struck a triumphant tone in his second State of the State address to the Legislature on Wednesday night, outlining a business-friendly first two years in office and laying out his priorities for the legislative session.

Missoula County opposes bill banning government-created solar-ready zones

HB 241 would prohibit local governments from requiring that new buildings be constructed with the wiring and other components that would allow for upgrades to solar power or electric-vehicle charging.

Missoula Mayor Hess condemns Flathead commission’s take on homeless

“This statement lacks compassion and demonstrates a fundamental lack of understanding of the root causes of homelessness,” Hess said Monday night.

Flathead officials get pushback after calling on community to stop helping homeless people – “It’s a lifestyle”

A letter signed by county commissioners called homelessness a ‘lifestyle’ and blamed a Kalispell shelter for the increasing number of people on the streets.

Getting Dark Money Out of Politics, Overturning Citizens United are Aims of Tester’s First Two Bills of 118th Congress

Senator reintroduces his Sunlight for Unaccountable Non-profits (SUN) Act and Constitutional Amendment declaring “Corporations Are Not People”

Transportation experts identify Montana’s transportation challenges

13% of major roadways in Montana have pavement in poor condition, another 17% in mediocre condition.

The cities with the worst conditions are Billings at 32%, Great Falls at 31% and Missoula at 29%.

Montana to pause rental assistance program, citing backlog and diminished funding

Delays in assistance are already leaving some low-income renters in a bind.

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