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Federal judge hears motions in Montana lawsuit over bison management
On Thursday, a Federal District Judge Brian Morris for the District of Montana heard several motions in the State of Montana’s lawsuit against Yellowstone National Park over bison management.
Senate Taxation Committee starts narrowing paths forward for tax reform
On Wednesday morning, a state legislative committee moved forward several of the major tax relief bills stlll under consideration – but not before making big changes to the language.
Lawmakers look at ways to increase childcare in Montana
Many families would agree that the cost and availability are challenges that need to be addressed. Still, opponents worry that the price might be too steep.
Montana Senate advances 'STARS Act' education funding bill
The Montana Senate has given initial approval to a bill that would provide more funding to school districts if they increase their basic teacher pay.
Montana legislator proposes new state trust to fund future programs
As the Legislature puts together the final budget plan, lawmakers are considering one bill that would eventually put more than $1 billion into a trust.
Property tax relief debated in final weeks of Montana legislative session
Lawmakers still have to sort through a lot of proposals for property tax relief. Now, they’re talking about how to get those ideas aligned together for a final tax plan.
Legislation blocks 'red flag laws' in Montana
The Montana Legislature has passed legislation preventing local governments from enacting laws to remove firearms from people who are considered a danger to themselves or others.
MT Legislature bill blocks schools from disciplining pronoun and name usage
The Montana Legislature has passed a bill that prevents public schools and state officials from acting against staff or students who do not use an individual's preferred name or pronouns.
Montana House debates wolf management
House Bills 258 and 259 from Republican Representative Paul Fielder of Thompson Falls were returned to the House after being amended in the Senate.
Downing and Zinke talk about federal budget framework
On Thursday, Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives approved a budget framework – an initial step toward advancing the Trump administration’s budget priorities.
Montana Legislature passes another bill to define gender as only male or female
The Montana Legislature has passed a bill that aims to clearly define the sex of an individual as only male or female based on their biology.
'Indigenous Peoples Day' bill heads to governor
On Wednesday afternoon, the Montana House voted 88-12 to advance Senate Bill 224, sponsored by Sen. Shane Morigeau -
Montana House debates judiciary bills
From the start of the 2025 session, Republican lawmakers made an overhaul of the judiciary one of their top priorities. A number of those proposed changes came up for debate in the House Thursday.
Indigenous Peoples Day bill gets broad support in Montana House
A bill that would recognize “Indigenous Peoples Day” as a holiday in Montana could soon be on its way to the governor’s desk.
Montana House endorses bill allowing lawsuits over transgender procedures
The Montana House has endorsed a bill that would allow people to sue if they believe they were harmed by receiving gender transition procedures – but not before adding an amendment on the House floor.
State budget bill heads to Montana Senate
A day after the Montana House officially sent the main state budget bill to the Senate, it’s already moving quickly through the process.
Montana House tackles bills tied to the budget
The Montana Legislature is now three-quarters of the way through its 69th session. With just 21 days left, they’ve reached the point where the policy in a bill isn’t the only thing that matters.
Montana's right-to-die debate: one family's battle
BILLINGS- Montana’s ongoing right-to-die debate remains in a legal gray area, but a 2025 state Senate bill could redefine the issue.
Montana firefighter opposes proposal to ban medical aid in dying
Montana bill could charge doctors for prescribing life-ending medication, igniting debate between personal choice and ethical concerns.
'Hands Off' rally in Helena
At noon on Saturday, there was a crowd gathered on the front steps of the Montana State Capitol, expressing their opposition to what they called “chaos” coming from the federal government.
Montana Senate tackles judicial elections and marijuana taxes
The Montana Legislature held more marathon sessions on Friday, with a deadline looming on Saturday. Any bill that affects state revenues needs to pass either the House or Senate by the end of the day.
MT House works through bills ahead of revenue deadline
With less than a third of the legislative session left, the Montana House began bright and early on Friday to debate bills ahead of the weekend transmittal deadline for bills.
Montana GOP censures nine state senators
The Montana Republican Party has censured nine GOP senators who have been breaking with the party to vote with Democrats this session.
Montana lawmakers taking action on property, income tax bills
The Montana Legislature is fast approaching another deadline, and there’s been a lot of movement this week on the huge number of bills seeking to offer property or income tax relief. -
Montana House gives initial approval to state budget bill
The Montana House came in at 9 a.m. Wednesday for a full day of debate – but there was only one bill on the agenda.
MT legislature works to protect kids in 'profitable family content'
Many of us enjoy sharing pictures and videos on social media, however, for children who cannot consent to what is being posted about them, the long-lasting impacts can take a toll.
Montana law on bathrooms assigned to sex at birth is on hold
A group of plaintiffs has secured a temporary restraining order against the state of Montana concerning the controversial House Bill 121.
Increased funding for public schools signed into law
Montana's public schools will receive $52.1 million in additional funding, intending to benefit programs and teacher salaries.
Montana Senate bars Ellsworth from floor for life, removes him from committees
The Senate has reached an agreement to punish Sen. Jason Ellsworth after an ethics investigation. It comes a week after senators deadlocked on whether to expel him from the Senate or censure him.
Montana Senate advances one income tax bill, more options still alive
The Montana Senate has given initial approval to a bill that would reduce income taxes more than $200 million a year – one of several bills that lay out different options for an income tax cut.
