On Fox News Daines Discusses Upcoming Trip to China As Well As President Trump’s Tough Actions on Venezuelan Gangs and Houthi Terrorists
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today joined Fox News’ Harris Faulkner for a live interview in studio. They discussed how President Trump is cracking down on Venezuelan gangs, including those in Montana, and the President’s strong actions to counter Houthi terrorists. Daines also previewed his upcoming trip to China, where he’ll address the deadly flow of fentanyl into the U.S. and market access for Montana producers. Watch the full clip HERE. Daines and Faulkner talked about how Biden’s open southern border enabled violent gang members to flood American communities: Daines: Would you ever think they’re right there in Montana? Our local law
Daines Votes to Keep Government Open, Fund President Trump’s Agenda
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today issued the following statement after the Senate passed its continuing resolution to fund the government through the end of fiscal year 2025: “Today the Senate voted to advance President Trump’s agenda and continue our historic efforts to reverse Biden’s disastrous policies and get our country back on track. This bill prevents a government shutdown and provides funding for disaster relief, border security, national defense, and importantly—it ensures our servicemembers won’t miss a paycheck.” Download the video statement HERE. ### Contact: Matt Lloyd, Rachel Dumke
Daines’ Bill to Crack Down on Fentanyl Crisis Passes U.S. Senate
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines’ “Halt All Lethal Trafficking (HALT) of Fentanyl Act” passed the Senate today. The bill restricts and reduces the impact of deadly fentanyl in Montana communities by permanently classifying fentanyl and fentanyl-related substances as Schedule I under the Controlled Substances Act, which is reserved for drugs with no currently accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse. Today, the bill passed the U.S. Senate with bipartisan support. “Under Joe Biden our border spiraled out of control and every state felt the burden, including Montana. Just last week I met with law enforcement in Gallatin County to
Daines Statement after Meeting with President Trump on Making Tax Cuts Permanent
U.S. Senator Steve Daines today released the following statement after his meeting at the White House with President Trump and Republican members of the Senate Finance Committee: “President Trump made a promise to the American people that he would reverse Biden’s destructive economic policies and restore prosperity in our country. One thing is clear: he’s delivering on his promises. We’re united in our efforts to make President Trump’s tax cuts permanent so that the American people never again have to face a multi-trillion-dollar tax hike. I look forward to fighting every step of the way until we cross the finish
Daines, Sheehy, Downing, Zinke Applaud President Trump’s DOI for Supporting Montana Mining Jobs
Mine Plan for Spring Creek Coal Mine Approved U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senators Steve Daines (R-Mont.) and Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.), along with Congressmen Troy Downing (MT-02) and Ryan Zinke (MT-01) today applauded President Trump’s Department of the Interior (DOI) for its support of Montana mining jobs after DOI announced the approval of the federal mining plan for the Spring Creek Coal Mine in Decker, MT. This decision from the new administration comes after years of needless delays from Biden’s DOI and constant pushback from Daines and Zinke. “The Spring Creek Coal Mine is a critical economic driver in Big Horn County and
Daines Urges Colleagues to Keep Montana’s Bull Mountains Mine Open
“It is the lifeblood of Musselshell County” U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today urged his colleagues on the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee to pass his crucial legislation, S.362, to keep Montana’s Bull Mountains Mine open, which would protect Montana jobs and energy security. He also spoke with President of the Utah Mining Association Brian Somers about the importance of mining to local communities. Watch the full exchange HERE. Daines on the Importance of Bull Mountains Mine to Montana: Let’s talk about the Bull Mountains coal mine. This is a mine near Roundup, Montana. It plays a crucial role in
Daines Leads Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Increase American Hydropower
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today led a bill to support American hydropower and increase domestic energy production by allowing the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to approve six-year extensions for hydropower projects licensed before 2020. Senators Bill Cassidy (R-La.), John Kennedy (R-La.) and John Fetterman (D-Pa.) joined Daines in introducing the legislation. “Energy security is national security, and hydropower delivers a reliable energy source for many Montanans. Many of our hydropower projects have been held up due to supply chain shortages and this bipartisan bill will revive projects that support Montana jobs and keep costs low for our families.
Daines Emphasizes Need for Tax Permanency for Hardworking Americans
“The key to fiscal sanity is not just making tax cuts permanent but doing so in a fiscally responsible way” U.S. Senator Steve Daines today spoke with President Trump’s nominee for Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Michael Faulkender in the Senate Finance Committee about the importance of establishing permanent tax cuts for hard-working Americans and unleashing the economy. Watch their full exchange HERE. Daines asked Faulkender how permanency in the tax code will benefit American taxpayers: Daines: Mr. Faulkner, good to have you here this morning. Congratulations on your nomination and your willingness to serve our great country. I really appreciate our
Daines Leads Colleagues in Urging Trump DOJ to Overturn Biden’s Anti-2A Policies
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines led a letter with 15 of his Republican colleagues to Attorney General Pam Bondi at the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) urging the reversal of Biden-era policies that allow the federal government to award groups that discriminate against the firearm and ammunition industry. “Unfortunately, past administrations, including the Biden administration, have sought to advance policies across multiple executive branch agencies and departments intended to undermine the Second Amendment. This includes the ongoing, intentional discrimination against the firearm and ammunition industry among private entities operating in various sectors, including financial services, insurance, shipping and others.