Daines Votes to Return over $700 Million in Tax Cuts to Montana Families
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today voted to send the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act to the President’s desk and return over $700 million in tax cuts to Montanans. “Getting the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act across the finish line means families will see bigger paychecks, Main Street businesses will be able to hire more workers, and America will compete and win on the world stage,” said Daines. “Montanans’ hard-earned dollars belong in their pockets – not in Washington, D.C.’s coffers.” Highlights of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Relief for Montanans: Montanans will keep more than $700 million in
KMMS: Montana Student Gets Appointed To The U.S. Naval Academy
Senator Steve Daines has called Montana high school student Gabriel Jourdonnais to congratulate him on his offer to the Naval Academy at Annapolis, MD. He also received nominations to the Air Force Academy and the Merchant Marine Academy. Jourdonnais is currently a student at Big Sky High School. “Jourdonnais possesses the highest ideals of Montana’s character and work ethic. I know he has great potential as a leader in our nation’s military,” Daines said. “I look forward to continuing to watch Jourdonnais as he represents Montana in his future endeavors.” Jourdonnais is also president at Big Sky High School, School
Daines: Whose Money is it Anyway?
U.S. SENATE —U.S. Senator Steve Daines today spoke on the Senate floor in anticipation of a vote on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which will give 99 percent of Montanans a tax cut. To watch the video click HERE. To download the video click HERE. Background: The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will keep over $700 million dollars in Montanans’ pockets – instead of lining the pockets of Washington, D.C. According to the Montana Department of Revenue, nearly 99% of Montanans will see a tax cut under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Acts. On average, Montanans will keep $1,600 of their hard-earned
Missoulian: Updated: Direct flights to Dallas, Chicago coming to Missoula
American Airlines will begin daily direct flights to Dallas and seasonal direct daily flights to Chicago from Missoula in June, the Missoula International Airport announced Monday. Both flights will begin June 7, with customers already able to book tickets, airport director Cris Jensen said. The Chicago flight will run through Aug. 20. “I think in terms of air services it’s a big step for the community,” Jensen said. James Grunke, chief executive officer of the Missoula Economic Partnership, said the new American service was brought together in part by Missoula being able to provide a revenue guarantee for the airline
Daines Applauds New Direct Flights from MSO to Dallas and Chicago
U.S. SENATE —U.S. Senator Steve Daines today applauded American Airlines’ announcement that it will offer direct flights from Missoula (MSO) to Dallas (DFW) and Chicago (ORD). “Tourism is one of the Treasure State’s greatest economic drivers and now travelers from Dallas and Chicago will be just one stop away from everything Montana has to offer,” said Daines. “More flights in and out of Missoula also means more choices for Montana families and more business and job opportunities in our state.” “We are thrilled to welcome American Airlines to Missoula and Western Montana today,” said Cris Jensen, Airport Director at Missoula International Airport. “These flights would not be possible without
Daines, Bennet Introduce Bill to Expand Outdoor Recreation Opportunities
U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senators Steve Daines (R-MT) and Michael Bennet (D-CO) today introduced legislation that will expand opportunities for hunting, fishing, hiking and other wildlife-dependent activities in Montana, Colorado and across the country. “Nothing beats spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, backpacking, it’s the Montana way of life,” said Daines. “This bill will strengthen Montana’s outdoor recreation economy and open up more space for families and sportsmen to enjoy local wildlife.” “This program has rewarded Colorado’s farmers and ranchers for providing new opportunities for the next generation of sportsmen and women and improving wildlife habitat across our state,” Bennet said. “As we work on the next Farm Bill,
Sidney Herald: Daines urges protections against terrorist threats
U.S. Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont., this week questioned General Richard Myers, former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff for President George W. Bush, about threats to Montana’s farmers and ranchers and U.S. agriculture infrastructure and food supply. Background: • Research from Rocky Mountain Research Lab, the state of the art biomedical research facility in Hamilton, Montana, has helped the country fight zoonotic diseases and has conducted substantial research into developing an Ebola vaccine. • Montana has 28,000 farms and ranches. • Agriculture is a $4.2 billion industry in Montana and the number one economic driver in the state.
Daines Honors Montanan of the Week: Bob Burnison of Richland County
U.S. SENATE —U.S. Senator Steve Daines today recognized Bob Burnison of Richland County for his many years of volunteer service and leadership in his local community, including 39 years of volunteering for the Salvation Army. 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’ office at 202-224-2651 or by filling