Daines Helps Introduce Bill to Support Mission at Malmstrom, Promote U.S. Nuclear Deterrence
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines joined his colleagues in introducing a bill to strengthen and solidify the Sentinel program at Malmstrom Air Force Base in Great Falls, which is vital to U.S. nuclear deterrence. The bill would provide multiyear procurement authority for LGM-35A Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missiles, help to stabilize key supply chains and increase program efficiency. “This legislation is a win for Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana’s airmen and our national security. With the upcoming retirement of the Minuteman III and a new generation of GBSD it’s important to ensure the Sentinel program has sufficient authorities for proper and timely
Daines, Tester Introduce Bill to Resolve Ft. Belknap Water Settlement
With Support of Governor Gianforte and Entire Montana Congressional Delegation, Bill Would Complete Final Indian Water Rights Settlement in Montana U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senators Steve Daines and Jon Tester, with the support of the Montana delegation and Governor Greg Gianforte, today introduced a historic bill to finalize the Fort Belknap Indian Community (FBIC) Water Settlement in the United States Senate. “After years of effort and good faith negotiation, it’s time to pass our bipartisan bill to resolve Montana’s final Indian water rights settlement,” Daines said. “I am grateful to Montana Tribes and communities, our farmers and ranchers, local leaders and diverse water users in the region for their input
Daines Reintroduces Constitutional Amendment to Prohibit Burning the American Flag
We must always protect the sanctity of the American flag U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today is continuing his fight to prohibit the physical desecration of the American flag. June 14 is Flag Day, and Daines honored this commemoration by reintroducing a constitutional amendment to criminalize burning the American flag. “When we woke up today, we woke up in the greatest country on earth,” Daines said. “The American flag represents a beacon of hope and freedom. This freedom was built on the sacrifices of the brave men and women who carried its colors into battle to defend the United States of America. We must always protect
Daines Introduces Bill to Help Montanans Make Educated Decisions When Taking Out Student Loans
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today introduced a bill to help inform Montana students and their families on major financial decisions during the student loan decision-making process. “Montana students should have access to all the information they need in order to make a smart decision about their student loans. My bill helps improve the loan process so students have clear information about the duration of their loan, their expected monthly payment, their expected income after graduation and other important details. While President Biden wants to force Montanans to pay off loans they didn’t take out, I’m focused on addressing real problems—like making sure
Daines, Peters Bipartisan Resolution to Designate June 2023 “Great Outdoors Month” Passes U.S. Senate
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senators Steve Daines (R-Mont.), top Republican on the Senate National Parks Subcommittee, and Gary Peters’ (D-Mich.) bipartisan resolution designating June 2023 as “Great Outdoors Month” passed the United States Senate. “As a fifth-generation Montanan and avid sportsman, spending time in Montana national parks and public lands is just part of our way of life and we want to share that with the rest of the country,” said Daines.“I’m glad to designate June 2023 as ‘Great Outdoors Month’ to encourage folks to get out and explore everything the Treasure State has to offer.” “Whether you’re traveling to watch the sun
What They Are Saying: Industry and Community Leaders Endorse Daines’ Bipartisan Hydropower Bill
U.S. SENATE – Since introducing the bipartisan “Community and Hydropower Improvement Act” that would streamline the permitting process for hydropower projects, increase tribal engagement and oversight, expedite low impact projects, promote healthy habitat and coordinate federal decision making, Daines has received an outpouring of support from key stakeholders. “In response to the threat posed by looming relicensing, the hydropower industry, environmental organizations, dam safety advocates, and tribal representatives, have negotiated a holistic licensing reform package that creates common ground to preserve and enhance the existing hydropower fleet while ensuring that environmental concerns are addressed, and the rights of tribal nations are respected. The
Daines Introduces Bill to Help Montanans Make Educated Decisions When Taking Out Student Loans
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today introduced a bill to help inform Montana students and their families on major financial decisions during the student loan decision-making process. “Montana students should have access to all the information they need in order to make a smart decision about their student loans. My bill helps improve the loan process so students have clear information about the duration of their loan, their expected monthly payment, their expected income after graduation and other important details. While President Biden wants to force Montanans to pay off loans they didn’t take out, I’m focused on addressing real problems—like making sure
Daines Slams Biden Administration for Anti-Energy Regulations Devastating American Economy
Recent rules will rob the Navajo Nation of hundreds of millions of dollars, force Colstrip to shutdown To watch Daines’ remarks, click HERE. U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today delivered the following remarks at the weekly Republican Senate Leadership press conference slamming the Biden administration for continued attacks on made-in-America energy production. Earlier this month, President Biden’s Department of the Interior (DOI) Secretary Deb Haaland quietly issued a mineral withdrawal and prohibition of oil and gas development affecting Navajo tribal members. Daines also called attention to the recent rule from President Biden’s EPA that would shut down coal powered plants like Colstrip costing Montana hundreds of good-paying jobs and raising prices for families.
Daines Fights for Continued Air Service in Montana
Calls on Biden administration to review SkyWest’s Airlines’ request to operate certain flights in rural Montana, including Butte U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today sent a letter to the Department of Transportation (DOT) to urge the agency to expeditiously review SkyWest Charter’s (SWC) application for commuter authority. Rural Montana relies on small community air service to connect them with the rest of the state and nation. SWC’s application has sat unresolved at the agency for over a year. It is past time for the DOT to take action. “I write today to express my concern with the pressing situation facing small community air service in Montana.