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Trump Calls Beneficial Ownership Reporting a ‘Disaster’ for Small Businesses as Treasury Kills Enforcement

Turns out procrastination worked out after all for the millions of businesses who held off on submitting their beneficial ownership reports.
American businesses will not need to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act after all. In the latest stunning twist of the beneficial ownership reporting saga that’s kept small businesses on their toes nationwide, the Treasury Department on Sunday said that the agency will not enforce the CTA, an anti-money laundering measure passed under the Biden administration.

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All In on AI, Salesforce’s Benioff Tells Other CEOs This Is the Last Time They’ll Manage Only Humans

Marc Benioff is an AI hawk, and his company’s success with AI agents prompted an announcement that the company won’t need to hire engineering staff this year.

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Montana Department of Commerce announces community development grant funding

The Montana Department of Commerce announced a $300,000 Community Development Block Grant to help plan community development programs, and the town of Cascade was one of nine communities that will be utilizing the grant.

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Missoula’s rental market faces rising costs, low vacancies

“By the end of 2024, multi-family vacancy had fallen well below this range, reinforcing the shortage of rental housing in Missoula,” said Plum. “The city has a high proportion of renters compared to homeowners, underscoring the need for sustainable rental solutions.”

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Why U.S. – Canada Cooperation Matters More Than Ever – Pacific NorthWest Economic Region (PNWER)

For decades, leaders from across our region have recognized that strong U.S.-Canada cooperation is essential to economic growth, innovation and prosperity across both nations. Recently, 16 former PNWER presidents convened to reaffirm this relationship and highlight the importance of PNWER’s longstanding model for cross-border collaboration.

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Missoula aviation company, Neptune Aviation, plays vital role in wildfire efforts

Neptune Aviation in Missoula is a key player in wildfire aviation, working tirelessly to protect lands from fires year-round. The company is known for its dedication and expertise in combating wildfires, not just in Montana, but across the United States.

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Does your library host a Repair Cafe?

Learn how your library can host a Repair Café (or fixit-clinic, fixit-fair, or other community repair event). Public libraries and Repair Cafés are natural allies and together can foster a culture of repair, reuse, and resourcefulness while strengthening community.

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February News from Montana Audubon

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the Public Lands Rally on February 19! While we celebrate this moment, our work is far from over. With threats to programs like Habitat Montana, we remain committed to advocating for our treasured landscapes.

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Welcome to the February Edition of Biowire – Montana Bioscience Alliance

This month, we explored the future of vaccines in Montana with industry experts and celebrated the inaugural Sharon Peterson STEM Scholarship recipient.

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GFDA Top 10 for 3/2/25

GFDA’s cross border partnership with Economic Development Lethbridge, Alberta was the topic this week on the Cross Border Network’s Municipal Affairs television show featuring Brett Doney, CEO of the Great Falls Development Alliance, and Trevor Lewington, CEO of Economic Development Lethbridge.

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