Daines Honors Montanan of the Week: Andy Anderson of Judith Basin County
U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senator Steve Daines today recognized Andy Anderson of Judith Basin County for his over 60 years of work as a barber and lasting impact on the people of his community and the greater state of Montana. Daines’ recognition in the Congressional Record is available here. Through his “Montanan of the Week” initiative, Daines each week will highlight a Montanan by submitting a statement of recognition in the official Congressional Record, the document that reflects the official proceedings of Congress. Daines welcomes anyone to nominate fellow Montanans for Daines’ “Montanan of the Week” program by calling Daines’
Daines Statement on U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Reaffirmation of the Removal of Greater Yellowstone Grizzly Bears from Endangered Species Act
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today applauded the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s announcement that its 2017 final rule to remove grizzly bears in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE) from the Endangered Species Act’s List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife does not require modification. “It’s important to see sound science confirming the grizzly bear population has recovered,” said Daines. “I look forward to working with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the state as we continue to manage the population.” Background: On June 22, 2017, Daines released a statement on the U.S. Department of the Interior’s announcement
Daines Bill to Establish National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls Passes Senate
U.S. SENATE — This week, the U.S. Senate passed Senator Steve Daines’ bill to recognize May 5th as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls. Daines introduced the legislation to honor the memory of Hanna Harris, a member of the Northern Cheyenne Tribe who was murdered in July 2013. The resolution commemorates the lives of all American Indian and Alaska Native women and girls who have gone missing or been murdered. “Tragically, Hanna Harris is just one of the many native women who go missing or are senselessly murdered,” said Daines. “We must do more
Daines Calls for Religious Freedom in China
U.S. SENATE – Today during a Congressional-Executive Commission on China (CECC) hearing on digital authoritarianism and the global threat to free speech, Daines called out China for removing the sale of Bibles from Chinese e-commerce websites and pressed for increased religious freedom in that country. “The freedom to practice your religion without a fear of persecution is a human right that knows no borders,” said Daines. “The Chinese government must be held accountable for its blatant infringement on individuals’ religious freedom.” During the hearing, Daines highlighted the Chinese government’s restriction of Bibles on e-commerce websites and questioned Sarah Cook, the
Daines Applauds Confirmation of Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today released the following statement after the U.S. Senate joined Daines in confirming Mike Pompeo as U.S. Secretary of State. “Mike’s educational record, military service and commitment to our country as a soldier in the U.S. Army, U.S. Congressman and Director of the Central Intelligence Agency, makes him exceptionally qualified for this role as America’s top diplomat,” said Daines. “I look forward to working with him as he represents and defends America’s interests abroad.” Background: On April 25, 2018, Daines spoke on the Senate floor to urge the swift confirmation of Mike Pompeo
KPAX: GNP entrance fee waived Saturday for National Parks Week
GLACIER NATIONAL PARK — This is National Parks Week and to celebrate you can get into Glacier and Yellowstone for free on Saturday. Yellowstone, the country’s first national park, was established in 1872. Now, 146-years later, there are more than 400 across the country offering countless opportunities for exploration. “National Park Week is a week for all Americans to celebrate our national treasures and our national parks,” said Glacier National Park spokeswoman Lauren Alley. “It’s an opportunity to get out and go to your favorite park or go to a park that maybe you have never been too.” “I challenge you to find
KMMS: SENATOR DAINES JUST NAMED AS A LEADING BIPARTISAN SENATOR
Recognized by a leading research institute, Senator Steve Daines, R-Mont., has one of the top records of bipartisanship in the Senate. “Montanans expect their representatives to work across the aisle to do what’s right for our state and our country,” Daines said. “Some folks in Washington are only concerned about toeing the party line and doing what will secure them re-election. It doesn’t matter to me if you have an ‘R’ or a ‘D’ behind your name – if you have good ideas that help grow jobs, reduce regulatory burdens facing hardworking families, or make our government more efficient, I
Indianz: Senate declares May 5 as day of awareness for missing and murdered sisters
Efforts continue in the nation’s capital to raise awareness of the large numbers of Native women and girls who go missing and murdered every year. The work is both symbolic and substantive, reflecting years of advocacy by Native women to call attention to high rates of domestic violence, victimization and other crimes. Their efforts are being boosted by key members of Congress from both parties. “The epidemic of missing and murdered Native women and girls has tragically affected families and communities throughout Indian Country, including those in North Dakota,” Sen. John Hoeven (R-North Dakota), the chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs said
Daines Calls for Transparency at CBO in First Legislative Branch Subcommittee Hearing as Chairman
U.S. SENATE — Today, U.S. Senator Steve Daines called for increased transparency at the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) while chairing his first hearing as Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Legislative Branch Subcommittee. The CBO has been criticized previously for not providing enough detail to explain its findings in budget estimates and scoring of legislation. “The CBO, along with all members of the legislative branch, must answer to American taxpayers,” said Daines. “As Chairman, I will fight for increased transparency and accountability within the legislative branch.” During the hearing, Daines questioned director of the CBO, Keith Hall, on what the CBO is