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State of Montana Employees Return to Work as State Faces Virus Surge

COVID-19 vaccinations are not required of state employees, and vaccination rates in Montana remain below the national average

ARPA Economic Transformation, Stabilization and Workforce Development Advisory Commission Meeting – 8/12 – 9AM – Zoom and State Capital

Infrastructure Commission members include: Budget Director Kurt Alme, Chief of Staff Chris Heggem, Department of Labor Commissioner Laurie Esau, Senator Mark Blasdel, Senator Ryan Osmundson, Senator Ryan Lynch, Representative Wylie Galt, Representative Llew Jones, and Representative Kim Abbott.

Missoula’s Diversified Plastics, Inc. to Receive 2020 Exporter of the Year Award – Career Opportunities

“Diversified Plastics has demonstrated not only resilience but also growth during a time when the circumstances of the global economy have made it harder to achieve either and that’s certainly commendable,” said Commerce Director Scott Osterman.

July Monthly: Guest Post, Website Tips, Upcoming Events

What does the Made in Montana logo mean? It’s more than a brand; it signifies a product is made or grown here with pride, a badge of honor for the producer, and stands for quality. Made in Montana has three brand pillars:

Montana Department of Commerce Announces Tourism Grant Program Application Cycle Opens August 1

“With these grants, the Department of Commerce continues to support the development of tourism and recreation projects, increasing visitors to our state and prompting economic growth and resiliency for many Montana communities,” said Commerce Director Scott Osterman.

Gov. Gianforte Seeks Public Comment on Use of ARPA Economic and Workforce Funds

Beginning yesterday and through August 9, 2021, Montanans may submit their public comment

NorthWestern Energy adds contract for 80 megawatts of solar generation for Montana

The Public Utility Regulatory Act (PURPA) contract is for 80 megawatts of generation from a solar facility Apex Solar is developing in Beaverhead County near Dillon, Montana.

Montana Office of Tourism and Business Development Industry Development Program

If you are considering an industrial investment in Montana, would like information on state-wide incentives your business can leverage toward success, or if you would like to know more about how the Industry Development Program can help your business grow, please contact us today.

ARPA Economic Transformation, Stabilization and Workforce Development Advisory Commission Meeting – 7/21 – 9AM State Capital and Zoom

During the July 21 meeting, the Commission will review proposals for the economic transformation and stabilization and workforce development programs. The Economic Transformation, Stabilization and Workforce Development Advisory Commission is responsible for reviewing proposals for funding using American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. Commission recommendations for funding are then submitted to the governor for consideration.

The Pacific Northwest Rural Broadband Alliance, a Missoula-based nonprofit co-op is bringing high-speed internet service to Lake County

They have developed a successful network of this type in the Grant Creek area north of Missoula, proving the system can offer at least 100 mbps for both upload and download speeds affordably. They will soon expand that system as far as Hamilton, Frenchtown and Bonner.

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Montana Office of Tourism and Business Development - Driving economic growth & sustainability through tourism. The $3 billion spent annually by visitors circulates throughout Montana communities generating business & tax revenue, jobs & economic development opportunities.

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Big Sky EDA- Building Businesses and Creating Jobs in the Greater Billings, Montana area

The Montana Governor's Office of Economic Development is the state's lead organization to help businesses succeed in our state.

Big Sky Commerce is an integrated provider of merchant credit card transaction processing services, check processing services, Internet payment gateways, related software application products and value-added services.