Montana Court Reopens Lawmaker Communication Transparency in Bill Drafting
January 21, 2025
Montana court orders legislative staff to end redactions, reopening public access to lawmaker communications.
Montana court orders legislative staff to end redactions, reopening public access to lawmaker communications.
The Montana Dept. of Corrections says Warden Jim Salmonsen is on leave; no details on duration or reasons provided.
Karen Grant and NJ librarians face challenges from parents demanding book bans. New laws aim to protect librarians’ rights.
Kim Hilton, 68, faced homelessness in Montana after rent hikes. He endured harsh conditions, lost both legs, and now lives in assisted housing. The rise in elderly homelessness stresses existing services.
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President-elect Trump’s Treasury pick, Scott Bessent, is likely to be confirmed after a hearing on tax policy and tariffs.
A bipartisan Montana House bill proposes a state workforce housing tax credit to address the housing shortage crisis.
The Bobcat Rodeo Team of Montana State University will join the “Pass in Review” parade after the presidential inauguration next week.
Greg Schartz recalls a wilderness that was once untouched but now crowded, illustrating the need for a new river plan.
Montana’s House lawmakers have given preliminary approval to a controversial bill mandating bathroom and sleeping area use based on chromosomes and reproductive biology. Following a party-line vote of 58-42, House Bill 121 moves closer to a final vote before heading to the Senate. Critics argue the bill unfairly targets transgender
Montana set a record with over 63,814 new business registrations in 2024, highlighting pro-business policies.
A bill to bar transgender students from women’s sports teams passed the U.S. House, sparking strong opposition.
