Daines Announces Expanded SNAP Benefits for Montana Families During Coronavirus Pandemic
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced that SNAP benefits will be increased for Montana families during the Coronavirus pandemic. “This is about delivering relief for families struggling during the Coronavirus pandemic and I will continue working to ensure that Montanans have access to the resources they need during this crisis,” Daines said. Montana being eligible for SNAP Emergency Allotments means that all SNAP recipients in Montana would now be eligible to receive the maximum SNAP benefits by household size per month. To see the maximum SNAP benefits, click HERE. Background: Daines has been leading the efforts
Daines Urges SBA to Ensure That Ag Businesses Receive Coronavirus Relief Funding
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today urged the Small Business Administration (SBA) to ensure that agricultural businesses are eligible for Coronavirus relief programs. “Farmers, ranchers, and agricultural businesses in Montana and across the country are facing substantial market challenges due to the pandemic,” Daines wrote. “Small businesses, whether they are involved in agriculture or otherwise, need assistance in these unprecedented times and SBA can play an integral role in mitigating disruptions to our nation’s food supply and our economy more broadly.” To read the full letter, click HERE. Background: Daines has been leading the efforts in Congress
Daines Secures Over $48 Million for Montana Transit During the Coronavirus Pandemic
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced that $48,935,981 will be made available for Montana transit during the Coronavirus pandemic. “This critical funding helps Montana transit and transportation during this pandemic,” Daines said. “This is about ensuring our transportation industry has the resources and relief they need to get through the Coronavirus outbreak. I will continue working to ensure Montana’s vital industries are protected during this crisis.” Daines fought to secure this funding in the Coronavirus Economic Recovery Package that was signed into law last week. The funding will be provided through the Federal Transit Administration. Background:
Daines Urges President Trump To Expedite Coronavirus Resources for Tribal Communities
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines sent a letter to President Trump yesterday urging that he expedite federal resources for tribal communities during the Coronavirus pandemic. “Implementation of the CARES Act will require many federal agencies within DOI, the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Treasury, the Small Business Administration and other to work directly with Indian Country on implementation of complicated new authorities and deployment of critical funding,” Daines wrote. “This can only be accomplished by engaging in meaningful robust, and given the nature of this pandemic crisis—rapid government-to government consultation.” To read the full
Daines Secures Over $7.9 Million for Montana Housing Assistance During the Coronavirus Pandemic
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced that $7,976,265 will be made available for critical housing assistance for Montana during the Coronavirus pandemic. “This critical funding helps Montana’s low income families and our most vulnerable citizens during this pandemic,” Daines said. “This is about getting struggling families and folks who have nowhere to go the security of a roof over their heads during this Coronavirus outbreak.” Daines fought to secure this funding in the Coronavirus Economic Recovery Package that was signed into law last week. The funding will be provided through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Daines Urges President Trump to Expand Healthcare Coverage for National Guard Members Serving During the Coronavirus Pandemic
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines sent a letter yesterday to President Trump urging him to permit National Guard members responding to the Coronavirus pandemic in our communities to be eligible for TRICARE coverage. “Day by day, increasing numbers of our National Guard are asked to support the national effort to address this crisis. Many of our guardsmen and women have lost their jobs during this unprecedented situation,” Daines wrote. “During this time, we should do all we can to support the men and women being asked to assist our nation’s response to this pandemic and ensure that they
Daines Ensures Social Security Recipients Will Automatically Receive Direct Checks
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced that Social Security beneficiaries who are not typically required to file tax returns will not need to file an abbreviated tax return to receive an Economic Impact Payment. This news follows Daines’ request to the Department of the Treasury to ensure Social Security beneficiaries automatically receive direct checks. “Montana seniors, those with disabilities and low income Montanans don’t need any more hurdles to overcome during this Coronavirus pandemic,” Daines said. “This is about getting Montana Social Security recipients the relief they need quickly. I’m glad the Treasury Department acted quickly on
Daines Urges Treasury, DOI to Provide Tribal Communities Flexibility with Coronavirus Funding
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today urged U.S. Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin and U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary David Bernhardt to provide tribal communities with flexible funding, that Daines secured in the Coronavirus Economic Recovery Package signed into law last week, to protect tribal economies. “Indian country faces among the nation’s most dire of circumstances,” Daines wrote. “As the Administration works to implement the CARES Act, we request that the tribal relief fund be administered in a manner flexible enough to provide tribes with the resources they need to cover the unexpected expenses resulting from dramatic reductions
Daines Secures Over $4 Million for Montana Law Enforcement During Coronavirus Pandemic
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced that $4,759,829 will be made available to Montana law enforcement for grants to assist in responding to Coronavirus. “We need to ensure that Montana law enforcement have the tools and resources they need to keep our communities safe during the Coronavirus pandemic,” Daines said. “This critical funding will ensure our officers have access to protective equipment while they are serving our communities and helping Montana families during this crisis.” Daines voted to secure this critical funding in the Coronavirus Economic Recovery Package signed into law last week. The funds will be