Daines Builds Momentum for TPP, Secretary Perdue Welcomes Reengagement
U.S. SENATE — Today in a Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry hearing, Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue told U.S. Senator Steve Daines that reconsidering the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade agreement would benefit America’s agriculture community and that he welcomes reengagement with the trade deal. “Montana’s farmers and ranchers need fair access to markets so they can put food on our plates, compete and grow jobs,” said Daines. “I am glad Secretary Perdue understands this and is ready to continue to work on behalf of farmers and ranchers in Montana and across the country.” During the hearing, Daines asked
Secretary Perdue, Forest Service Endorse Daines’ Efforts to End Frivolous Litigation, Move Forest Management Forward
Both endorse creating arbitration program for Montana to ensure faster implementation of forest management projects, reduce wildfire risk U.S. SENATE — Today during hearings in the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee and the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and the interim chief of the U.S. Forest Service agreed to work with U.S. Senator Steve Daines to end frivolous litigation that hinders critical forest management projects in Montana. They both voiced support for his effort to establish an arbitration program in Montana that would be an alternative to litigation. “Environmental extremists have used fringe
Daines: Our National Parks are what make us Distinctly American
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today spoke on the floor of the U.S. Senate in celebration of National Park Week. This follows the recent passage of Daines’ bipartisan resolution which designates April 21 through April 29 as National Park Week. This resolution encourages people around the country and world to spend time in America’s treasured national parks. “As a fifth-generation Montanan and as someone who grew up just a short drive from America’s first national park, Yellowstone, I am excited to take this opportunity to celebrate the parks that are so special to us all,” said Daines. Watch video
Daines, Tester, Gianforte Announce Ennis’s William Gilmore’s Offer of Appointment from West Point
U.S. SENATE —U.S. Senators Steve Daines and Jon Tester and Congressman Greg Gianforte today announced academy nominee William Gilmore’s offer of appointment from the United States Military Academy. Will lives in Ennis, Montanan and attends Ennis High School. “With an exceptional academic, athletic and leadership record, William is one of Montana’s finest students,” said Daines. “West Point would be lucky to have him. I know he will go on to make Montana and America proud.” “William is an ambitious young man, and it’s one of my greatest honors as a Senator to nominate Montanans like him to our nation’s service academies,”
Daines, King Bill Passes Celebrating National Park Week
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senators Steve Daines (R-MT) and Angus King (I-ME) today passed their bipartisan resolution to mark April 21 through April 29 as National Park Week. This resolution encourages people around the country and world to spend time in America’s treasured national parks. In honor of National Park Week, entrance into all national parks will be free on April 21. “Our national parks are an important part of the American experience,” said Daines. “Whether you are in Yellowstone or the North Cascades, I’m glad my colleagues joined me in encouraging folks to get out there and enjoy our nation’s treasures.” “National
Montanan from Great Falls Tells Senators: Excessive Permitting Spikes Energy Costs for Montanans
Doug Hardy of Great Falls testified before the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee U.S. SENATE — During a Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing on energy challenges for rural areas, U.S. Senator Steve Daines spoke with Doug Hardy, the General Manager of Central Montana Electric Power Cooperative in Great Falls, Montana about the current threats that could cause rate hikes in Montana. Daines recommended Mr. Hardy as witness for the hearing. “Government red tape is threatening Montanans’ access to reliable and affordable energy,” said Daines. “We must streamline the permitting processes to give security to our rural communities that
Daines to DOJ: Uphold Your Responsibilities to Indian Tribes
U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senator Steve Daines today led a bipartisan group of senators in sending a letter to Attorney General Jeff Sessions regarding the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) responsibilities under the Tribal Law and Order Act (TLOA), urging the DOJ to uphold its responsibilities to Indian tribes and implement the recommendations outlined in that report as quickly as possible. “The DOJ must fulfill its responsibilities to Indian tribes,” said Daines, “There is an epidemic of violent crime in Indian country and action must be taken immediately to strengthen law enforcement and provide justice for victims.” Read the letter below: Dear
Daines Pushes EPA on Behalf of Lincoln County
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today sent a letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) urging they take into account Lincoln County’s concerns regarding cleanup of the Libby Asbestos Superfund site. “I heard directly from Lincoln County leaders regarding their concerns that property owners and local government could be held liable for future clean-up costs of the Libby Asbestos Superfund site,” said Daines. “I’ve asked the EPA to work with local officials and community leaders before making any consequential decisions regarding a long-term maintenance plan for the site.” To download the letter, click here. Read the letter below:
Daines, King Celebrate National Parks
Introduce bipartisan resolution to dedicate National Park Week U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senators Steve Daines (R-MT) and Angus King (I-ME) today introduced a bipartisan resolution to mark April 21 through April 29 as National Park Week. This resolution encourages people around the country and world to spend time in America’s treasured national parks. In honor of National Park Week, entrance into all national parks will be free on April 21. “As a fifth-generation Montanan, I believe our national parks are some of this nation’s greatest treasures,” said Daines. “This week is a great opportunity to encourage folks to get outside with their friends