Daines, Cortez Masto Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support Low-Population and Rural Counties
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senators Steve Daines (R-Mont.) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) today introduced a bill to support rural communities. The “Small County PILT Parity Act” would allow counties with populations under 5,000 to receive increased Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILT) payments to create parity with larger counties where per capita funding increases as population decreases. “PILT payments are essential for many of Montana’s rural counties, and they provide funding for essential services like emergency response and transportation. I’m proud to introduce this bipartisan bill to bring parity to the PILT program and ensure our rural and low-population counties are
Daines Applauds Trump Administration for Review of Biden’s Anti-Energy Policies, Encourages Support for Small Energy Producers
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today led a letter with nine of his Republican colleagues to Secretary Doug Burgum at the U.S. Department of the Interior urging the reversal of Biden-era regulations that dramatically increase the bonding requirements for oil and gas wells on federal lands. “We write to express our support of your review of former President Biden’s burdensome regulatory actions that will reduce American energy independence and raise costs for American families and small businesses. In Secretarial Order 3418 you direct your Assistant Secretaries to review the Bureau of Land Management’s April 2024 final rule “Fluid Mineral Leases and
Daines, Sheehy Resolution to Designate National Asbestos Awareness Week Passes U.S. Senate
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senators Steve Daines (R-Mont.) and Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.) today introduced and passed a resolution in the U.S. Senate to designate April 1-7 as National Asbestos Awareness Week. The resolution specifically draws attention to the town of Libby and urges the U.S. Surgeon General to warn and educate people about the health issues that come with asbestos exposure. “Far too many Montanans have suffered because of toxic exposure to asbestos, especially in the towns of Libby and Troy. National Asbestos Awareness Week is an important way to call attention to the dangers of asbestos and protect the health and safety of our communities,” said Daines. “There’s
Daines on Mornings with Maria: Trump is a Results-Orientated President, China Must Take Action on Fentanyl
Daines Recaps Recent China Trip, Discussions on Fentanyl, Trade WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today joined Fox Business’ Mornings with Maria to discuss his recent trip to China. Daines delivered President Trump’s America First message to leaders in China last week highlighting the need to stop the flow of fentanyl precursors and protect American companies and producers. Watch the full interview HERE. Daines recapped his trip to China and emphasized the need to halt the flow of fentanyl: Well, first of all, you step back and look at the China-U.S. relationship, economically speaking, our two economies comprise about 43 percent of the total
Daines, Social Security Commissioner Nominee Emphasize Importance of Online Services for Rural Montanans
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today spoke with President Trump’s nominee to be the Commissioner of the Social Security Administration, Frank Bisignano. He pointed out the difficulties many people face with customer service and emphasized the need for efficient online services for rural Montanans. Watch the full exchange HERE. Daines emphasized the need for efficient customer service for rural Montanans: Daines: The Social Administration was first established as an independent agency. The importance of the public trust has always been integral to that core mission. I want to cut to the chase, though, on customer service for a moment, if I might.
Daines Commends Ambassador to Israel Nominee Mike Huckabee for Vowing to Continue U.S. Support for Israel
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today spoke with President Trump’s nominee to be the Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee. Daines praised Huckabee’s strong support for America’s closest Middle Eastern ally Israel and emphasized the need for peace through strength. Watch the full exchange HERE. Daines emphasized the importance of peace between Israel and Saudi Arabia: Daines: Governor Huckabee, I want to jump into the issue of Israel. I think this is perhaps the single most important relationship we have on the earth- the relationship with the United States of America and Israel. If confirmed, you are gonna be a terrific ambassador and
Senator Daines Meets with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng
BEIJING, CHINA – Today, U.S. Senator Steve Daines met with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in Beijing. The following is attributable to Daines Spokesperson Rachel Dumke: “Senator Daines welcomed today’s meeting with Vice Premier He Lifeng. The Senator voiced President Trump’s ongoing call for China to stop the flow of fentanyl precursors and expressed hope that further high-level talks between the United States and China will take place in the near future.” ### Contact: Matt Lloyd, Rachel Dumke
Senator Daines Meets with Chinese Premier Li Qiang
BEIJING, CHINA – Today, U.S. Senator Steve Daines met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang in Beijing. The following is attributable to Daines Spokesperson Rachel Dumke: “Senator Daines appreciated Premier Li for meeting with the CEOs of seven American companies who shared their decades-long commitment to doing business in China as well as their current challenges. The Senator also emphasized President Trump’s call for decisive action from China to stop the flow of fentanyl precursors and to end their devastating impact on the American people.” ### Contact: Matt Lloyd, Rachel Dumke
Daines Applauds Multi-Million Investment from GE Aerospace in Butte, MT
Lauds Gov. Gianforte for Creating Pro-Growth Business Environment U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today applauded a recent $2 million investment from GE Aerospace at its joint venture site in Butte, Montana. The investment will increase manufacturing of commercial and military aircraft engines by modernizing the facility’s layout. “Thanks to Gov. Gianforte, Montana is a great place to live, work and grow a business and today’s announcement by GE proves that to be true once again. I’m glad to see this major investment by GE Aerospace at their joint venture site in Butte. Montana is a hub for technology and innovation,