
Montana Bill to Update Indian Child Welfare Act Faces Senate Hurdle
Montana Indian Child Welfare Act update bill narrowly defeated; sponsor aims to revive it for Senate vote.

Montana Indian Child Welfare Act update bill narrowly defeated; sponsor aims to revive it for Senate vote.

State lawmakers in Montana are debating HB 300, a proposal to limit transgender athletes’ access to women’s sports teams.
Montana Public Radio and Montana Free Press reporters discuss environmental flashpoints and legislative bills on wolves.

Montana’s largest land manager lays off 360 federal employees; impacts on economy, recreation, and public lands debated.

Disciplinary proceedings against Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen are nearing a conclusion, as judges are now selected to rule on the matter.
The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service has approved a BNSF plan for grizzly conservation, allowing the “take” of 19 bears.

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Montana Senate rejected two GOP plans to phase out Medicaid expansion, indicating support for continuing the program.

Sen. Yakawich emphasizes supporting the middle class with SB 203, aiming to adjust tax brackets for Montana’s earners.

The Montana House advanced bills to boost starting teacher pay and support private school students, facing scrutiny ahead.

The Montana Supreme Court backs St. Peter’s Health in a case involving Dr. Tom Weiner’s firing and peer reviews.
Host Shaylee Ragar sits down with MTFP’s Mara Silvers and Eric Dietrich to discuss Senate drama and new legislative tools.