Montana Senators Praise Mueller Appointment in Trump Probe
Both of Montana’s U.S. senators are praising Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein’s decision to appoint former FBI Director Robert Mueller as special counsel to investigate any potential ties between President Donald Trump’s associates and Russia. Rosenstein made the appointment Wednesday, saying he “determined that it is in the public interest” to have Mueller, a 12-year veteran of the FBI, take over the bureau’s investigation. The decision has since received strong support from lawmakers on both sides of the aisle. Republican U.S. Sen. Steve Daines said Mueller’s unblemished reputation made him an ideal candidate for the job, even though Daines did
Daines Introduces Bill to Honor American Legion 100th Anniversary
U.S. SENATE —U.S. Senator Steve Daines today joined a bipartisan group of U.S. Senators in honoring the 100th anniversary of the American Legion by introducing legislation to create a variety of commemorative coins. The special, limited edition commemorative coins would be available for purchase starting in 2019, marking the centennial of the organization which was originally chartered by Congress in September of 1919. The Legion has been instrumental in providing support, programs, and advocacy for our nation’s veterans, including influential work to help secure the passage of the G.I. Bill. Proceeds from the sale of the commemorative coins will go
Daines Encourages Montanans to Register for the Montana Ag Summit
The Montana Ag Summit 2017 is just 14 days away! U.S. SENATE —U.S. Senator Steve Daines today highlighted the upcoming Montana Ag Summit 2017 that will take place in Great Falls on May 31-June 1. Montanans are encouraged to register now at www.agsummitmontana.com. “I’m inviting you to join me at the Montana Ag Summit 2017 on May 31-June 1 in Great Falls for a Montana family conversation about more jobs in our number one economic driver: agriculture,” Daines stated. “To register and for more information please visit www.agsummitmontana.com. See you there!” Click HERE to download Daines’ 30-second promotion for the Montana
Senate, House: We Need to Stop Online Booking Scams
U.S. CONGRESS —U.S. Senators Steve Daines (R-MT), Bill Nelson (D-FL), Deb Fischer (R-NE) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and U.S. Representatives Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL), Lois Frankel (D-FL) and Peter Welch (D-VT) today introduced bipartisan, bicameral legislation to protect consumers from online booking scams. The Stop Online Booking Scams Act protects consumers from illegitimate third-party websites that trick consumers into thinking they are making reservations directly with hotels. Online booking sites have created a marketplace where consumers can shop for hotels across thousands of brands on a single platform. The rise of online booking (480 bookings per minute) has brought with
Daines Partners with The Weather Channel to Make Montanans Aware of the Need for Severe Weather Preparedness
U.S. SENATE —U.S. Senator Steve Daines today stressed the importance of severe weather preparedness in a newly created Public Service Announcement (PSA). The locally targeted PSA, recorded in partnership with The Weather Channel television network, will air on the network throughout the summer. “Montanans know the importance of keeping an eye on the sky,” Daines stated. “I encourage all Montanans to always stay alert and weather-ready.” “When severe weather is approaching, being prepared is so important and can even save lives,” said Dave Shull, CEO of The Weather Channel. “We are proud to have Senator Daines’ support in helping spread
Belgrade News: Tigers’ Arthun signs with Air Force Academy
MANHATTAN — Two weeks ago the phone call that Alexa Arthun had been waiting for finally arrived. On the other end of the line was U.S. Senator Steve Daines, who congratulated the Manhattan High senior on her offer of appointment to the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo. “Alexa has proven to be a tremendous leader and an exemplary student inside and outside of the classroom,” Daines stated in a press release. “I have no doubt she will be an asset to the Air Force.” Arthun admitted the application process was “a little nerve-racking,” and her acceptance
KBZK Bozeman News: Daines introduces new legislation to increase penalties for acts against law enforcement
After the tragic killing of Broadwater County Sheriff’s Deputy Mason Moore, U.S. Senator Steve Daines stated in a press release on Tuesday that he introduced the Back the Blue Act of 2017, which would increase penalties for criminals who intentionally target law enforcement officers, and provide new tools for officers to protect themselves. “Deputy Mason Moore is a brave hero who laid down his life to protect Montanans. We must send a clear message: criminals who look to hurt law enforcement will face the harshest penalties,” Daines stated. “Crimes committed against our law enforcement will not be tolerated. Montanans can certainly unite around our support for the men and
Daines Introduces Back the Blue Act
U.S. SENATE —After the tragic killing of Broadwater County Sheriff’s Deputy Mason Moore, U.S. Senator Steve Daines today introduced the Back the Blue Act of 2017, which would increase penalties for criminals who intentionally target law enforcement officers, and provide new tools for officers to protect themselves. “Deputy Mason Moore is a brave hero who laid down his life to protect Montanans. We must send a clear message: criminals who look to hurt law enforcement will face the harshest penalties,” Daines stated. “Crimes committed against our law enforcement will not be tolerated. Montanans can certainly unite around our support for the men and women
Daines Statement on Broadwater County Sheriff’s Deputy
U.S. SENATE —U.S. Senator Steve Daines today released the following statement after a Broadwater County sheriff’s deputy was shot and killed during a traffic stop. “My thoughts and prayers are with the Broadwater County Sheriff’s Office, the deputy’s family and the community. I stand with law enforcement and I am deeply grateful for all they do to keep Montana safe.” Daines has been in contact with the Broadwater County Sheriff’s Office. ###