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Tariffs to Have Broad Impacts on Northwest Montana Industries – FYI, Montana is the state that is ranked # 1 as the most vulnerable from the tariffs that have been imposed by executive order:
Economists and industry leaders say the levies will have lasting effects on everything from crop to gasoline prices as trade disputes continue and uncertainty looms
Rural America Under the Trump Administration
We’re keeping tabs on a slew of executive orders and other administrative actions, with an eye toward the rural implications of Trump’s second term. Come here for short reports and other resources to help understand the latest developments.
Impact of national park job cuts coming into focus for Yellowstone National Park
According to the National Parks Conservation Association, the national parks budget for the entire country is about $4.7 billion; parks reportedly added more than $55 billion to the economy in 2023.
DOGE set to shut down multiple Montana government offices in effort to reduce federal spending
According to the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, the Trump administration plans to shut down multiple Social Security offices, Border Patrol facilities, wildlife stations, and other buildings used for federal work across Montana—part of a massive cost-cutting campaign influenced by billionaire Elon Musk.
Roughly a thousand people rally in Missoula to protect public lands – Rallygoers ‘Stand Up for Science’ at Montana State University as part of nationwide campaign
“By taking away the people who take care of the land, it’s going to open it up for potentially private sale or turning the land over to the states, which could then lead to private sale, which is not what we’re trying to do,” said Haley Gamertsfelder, co-organizer of the march.
GFDA Top Ten 3-9-25
This year’s Fire Within Awards was record-breaking! We honored 56 incredible women, making it our largest event ever, and filled The Newberry with energy and inspiration.
Montana Department of Commerce’s State Small Business Credit Initiative Program Expands Access to Capital
“Montana’s small businesses are growing, and with additional funding opportunities on the horizon, more entrepreneurs or small businesses will have the capital they need to take root and thrive,” said Montana Department of Commerce Acting Director Mandy Rambo.