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Montana Passes TikTok Ban: Here’s Why It’s Probably Unenforceable and a Dangerous Tipping Point

The Montana House voted Friday to approve a bill banning TikTok in the state, the first of its kind in the U.S.—though it’s unclear how the state would be able to ever enforce such a ban.

Montana Bioscience Cluster Initiative April 2023 Newsletter

Join Montana Innovation Partnership (MTIP) for an interactive discussion about funding options for early-stage technology innovations and a deep dive into getting started with Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer Research (STTR) programs – America’s Seed Fund.

Forbes names Stockman Bank of Montana among ‘World’s Best’

“This award is particularly special as it reflects the trust our customers have put in us to meet their financial needs.” Bill Coffee, Stockman CEO said in a statement. “Montana remains our only focus, backed by a commitment to local management and decision making.

Why Business Leaders Must Resist the Anti-ESG Movement

For many companies, it may seem smart to stay out of anyone’s crosshairs. But try as they might, there’s no avoiding taking positions on the big issues of the day — major stakeholders, particularly young customers and employees, expect it.

Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority (BSPRA) receives $25,000 grant from the Montana Healthcare Foundation to conduct rural and tribal engagement in southern Montana.

“We want to hear the voices of those who will benefit most from renewed passenger rail service in southern Montana,” says BSPRA Chairman Dave Strohmaier.

A clean sweep: Helena unveils zero-emissions electric street sweeper

“By getting rid of the old, dirtier diesel sweeper the city had and replacing it with a zero (emissions) tailpipe, that’s a 100% reduction of emissions from the vehicle perspective,” Ullman said.

Great Economic and Resource News from GFDA

The Great Falls Region will be a proud, positive, and vibrant community, which welcomes new people, new investments, and innovative opportunities while celebrating its authentic and diverse Montana culture. Our community will be a safe and inclusive place to raise families and will offer opportunities for individual growth and quality of life, which retains and grows our population.

In Rural America, ‘Those Who Can Supply the Talent Will Be the Winners’

To succeed in today’s economy, small towns need to up their game in recruiting and retaining workers. Luckily, they have a lot to build on.

Missoula Aims for Equity With Development Code Updates

The “Our Missoula Development Guide” is getting an update as the Montana deals with the contemporary pressures of population growth and gentrification.

City Club Missoula’s State of the Community event looks at Missoula’s present and future

The main question at the “State of the Community” was: how can Missoulians keep a strong, connected Missoula while the city continues to undergo changes and work through problems like housing, tourism, and climate?

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Montana Technology Innovation Partnership (MTIP)- Promoting Technology Commercialization in the State of Montana.

As the hub of learning, creativity and innovation in Northwest Montana, Flathead Valley Community College is expanding

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