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Montana could lose $20 million in emergency rental funds next week

“We will lose that block of money unless we get permeability in that column,” Rep. Llew Jones, R-Conrad, the House Appropriations Committee chair added. “Montana simply does not have the need for $200 million in rent subsidy. While it’s a remarkable soundbyte, we can’t obligate money to somewhere where it’s not allowed to go.”

Infrastructure Bill Is a ‘Game-Changer’ for Broadband Access in Rural America, Advocates Say

The bill allocates $65 billion to improve high-speed internet access and affordability.

Funding Alert: U.S. Treasury Quietly Unveils Details on a New $100 Billion Small Business Aid Program

The State Small Business Credit Initiative is a funding program that aims to broaden access to capital for underserved communities.

Montana Department of Commerce Announces $240,000 Awarded for Tribal Business Planning

“As Montana’s economy continues to expand, it is imperative that our tribal communities financially thrive during this growth.” Commerce Director Scott Osterman said. “These grants will assist tribal governments with planning for growth through the identification of current and future economic opportunities that will strengthen their communities.”

MEP, Missoula County question state’s denial of job-creation grant for local biotech firm

Novoron, a San Diego-based biotech company, announced its plans in September to expand into Missoula, where it sought to open an office and build a team in its pursuit of curing injuries to the central nervous system.

US Census says American Indian undercounted by tens of thousands

“I thought they were congratulating themselves for a lot of work that Native orgs (organizations) had been doing, “ Native American Voter Alliance (NAVA) Education Project director Ahtza Dawn Chavez, said. “And you know, we still have an undercount in the country, especially in New Mexico.”

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS For Solar Photovoltaic System Services for the City of Missoula’s Resource Recovery Facility

In accordance with Title 18, Chapter 8 (MCA) and adopted City policy for procurement of services, the City of Missoula, Montana, is seeking proposals qualified solar PV providers to supply, permit, install, own, operate, and…

Why Communication Skills Are Key To Leading A Startup

John Spence, in his classic book “Awesomely Simple” says that the single biggest problem he has to deal with in client companies worldwide is the lack of open, honest, robust, and courageous communication. He narrows down the problem to the following six aspects of communication, and I agree:

Montana Department of Transportation tests a new way to decrease wildlife collisions

Data shows drivers have a 1 in 41 chance of crashing into wildlife in Montana. That’s why the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is looking at another way to keep drivers safe.

Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) November Subdivision Newsletter

DEQ is excited to present you with our first subdivision newsletter.

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