Montana Government, Politics, and Leadership

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Why batteries, not gas plants, should be data centers’ first choice

A new report from Georgetown and Duke universities advocates for batteries as a cleaner, cheaper alternative to gas plants. States are exploring policies to promote energy storage to reduce climate impact and financial risks from overbuilding gas infrastructure.

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GFDA’s Upcoming Training and Events

Whether you’re just getting started, looking for new customers, wanting to grow sales through e-commerce, or focusing on workforce; WE CAN HELP!

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Trump Cuts Stall Tribal Clean Energy Projects Nationwide

The Trump administration slashed millions in tribal clean energy grants, halting key projects like Kotzebue’s $20 million wind initiative. Experts urge new laws to safeguard tribal funding and support renewable energy efforts.

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Cyberattacks Disrupt European Supermarket Freezers and Food Supply

Supermarkets across several European countries faced deliberate cyberattacks targeting refrigeration systems, causing food spoilage and business interruptions. These incidents highlight the vulnerabilities in connected operational technologies critical to food supply chains and serve as a warning for Montana businesses reliant on remote agricultural and storage systems.

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UM Business Students Improve Missoula County Voting Experience

UM College of Business students analyzed and enhanced voting site operations for the 2026 election, offering practical recommendations that improved flow, security, and communication. Their collaboration with election officials provided valuable lessons in event management and civic engagement.

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A Montana Data Center Could Generate $47 Million in Annual Taxes

A 1,000 MW hyperscale data center could create thousands of jobs and boost personal income by millions during construction and operation. The University of Montana study highlights significant economic and tax benefits tied to such developments.

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Trucking Companies Are Going Bankrupt. Here’s What’s Driving Them Off the Road

Rising diesel prices, mounting debt, and shrinking margins are pushing trucking companies to the brink, with Illinois among the hardest hit.

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2026 Property Tax Refund for homeowners who were eligible for the 2026 homestead reduced tax rate but did not receive it.

You can check your enrollment status now if your property has already received the reduced rate.

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California Finally Closes the Montana Loophole for Exotic Cars

The so-called Montana loophole was a tax evasion practice where California residents created shell companies (usually a Limited Liability Company, or LLC) in Montana to purchase and register luxury cars, supercars, or RVs. Montana has no statewide general sales tax or heavy vehicle license fees, unlike California.

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What Linda McMahon gets wrong about American education.

Federal laws since the 1960s have expanded access and equity in education, despite claims that federal control caused decline. Montana’s unique rural challenges make the debate over federal involvement especially important.

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