Daines Stands Up for Montana Farmers and Ranchers
U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senator Steve Daines today stood up for Montana farmers and ranchers and the number one industry in Montana: Agriculture. “There is no reason that Vermont and Bernie Sanders should dictate our way of life in Montana,” Daines stated. “This compromise will protect Montanan jobs, prevent baseless discrimination against Montana agricultural goods and avoid higher prices in the grocery line.” Key provisions of the bipartisan bill include: Pre-emption: immediately prohibits states or other entities from mandating labels of food or seed that is genetically engineered and interfering with interstate commerce. National Uniform Standard: the
Daines Works to Protect Americans from Dangerous Criminals
U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senator Steve Daines today blasted Senate Democrats who blocked consideration of several pieces of commonsense legislation that would protect families from the dangers posted by sanctuary cities, which harbor criminals who are in this country illegally. “It’s outrageous that Senate Democrats blocked commonsense legislation that would help protect the safety and security of innocent Americans from criminals who violate our nation’s laws,” Daines stated. “Our cities need to uphold the rule of law and go after criminals who are not only the United States illegally, but violate the laws of our nation or repeatedly reenter the country after being
Capital Press: Senators blast federal agencies over sage grouse plans
U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management officials were in the hot seat recently as senators from Western states criticized the agencies’ top-down approach in new land use plans for sage grouse conservation. Senators chastised the agencies’ disregard of state input in federal plans announced last September as part of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife’s decision not to list the bird under the Endangered Species Act. They pointed out that the states’ investments in management plans and local collaboration have resulted in impressive increases in sage grouse populations and were critical factors in the decision not to list the
Helena Independent Record: Patriotism on Parade
I can think of no better place to be than home in Montana to celebrate the Fourth of July. Over the holiday weekend I’ll be walking in the Livingston parade, honoring World War II Veteran Louis Armentaro and spending quality time with my sweet wife Cindy and our loved ones. In the midst of this holiday I’m humbled as I reflect on the birth of American independence. The declaration of our Founding Fathers, “that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of
Daines Honors Montanans of the Week: Students of Dawson County High and Industrial Arts Teacher Dean Myer
U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senator Steve Daines today recognized the students of Dawson County High School and Industrial Arts teacher Dean Myer. Thanks to their initiative and hard work, children and families in Dawson County will be able to create wonderful memories this summer at Penninger Park. 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
Daines: Sage Grouse Can’t Tell The Difference Between Private, Federal and State Land
U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senator Steve Daines this week pressed the Obama administration on the impact on private property, state and private land use of federal land requirements due to the checkerboard nature of conservation plans to protect the sage grouse. During a U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources’ Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining, Daines questioned the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) on the failure to adequately listen to input from Montanans in their planning
Daines Announces $750,000 for Billings Airport, $600,000 for Missoula Airport
U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced that two Montana airports will receive $1,350,000 in funds to attract new routes for Montana. Billings Logan International Airport: $750,000: Revenue guarantee and marketing campaign to attract new service to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Missoula County Airport: $600,000: Revenue guarantee and marketing campaign for service to a Texas hub. “This is exciting news for Montanans who rely on these airports for reliable air travel and will increase options for Montanans and tourists who want access to global destinations at an affordable price,” Daines stated. “This will continue to open doors for economic opportunity and job creation
Commerce Committee Passes Daines’ Outdoors Recreation Bill
U.S. SENATE — The United States Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee today approved U.S. Senator Steve Daines’ bill that allows federal, state and local policymakers to better understand the economic impact outdoor recreation has to the American economy. This legislation would inform policymakers and business leaders on the jobs created, and the consumer spending driven by, the outdoor recreation economy. “As a fifth-generation Montanan and avid outdoorsman, I know firsthand how treasured our outdoor heritage is,” Daines stated. “The outdoor industry is critically important to Montanans’ livelihoods, jobs and recreation.” The legislation will now go to the Senate floor for consideration. In
Daines Announces Nearly $8 Million in Preparedness Funding
U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced that Montana will receive a total of $7,990,666.00 million in preparedness funding from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). “It’s critical that we continue to fund our operations centers and law enforcement to ensure that we are fully prepared for when an emergency occurs,” Daines stated. “This additional funding will provide Montana, tribes and our local communities more security.” The Tribal Homeland Security Grant Program: $86,636 The program provides funding to eligible tribes to help strengthen the Nation against risks associated with potential terrorist attacks. The intent of the grant is to assist eligible tribes