Daines Introduces Bill to Boost Montana Science, Tech Jobs
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today introduced the bipartisan “DOE Quantum Energy Act of 2024” to promote quantum research, development, and jobs in Montana. The bill renews and expands Daines’ “National Quantum Initiative Act of 2018” to ensure that the United States remains the world’s leader in technology and energy security. “Our National Quantum Initiative Program is essential in maintaining our position as global leaders in science and technology, and also supports hundreds of Montana jobs,” said Daines. “I’m glad to work with my colleagues on renewing this bipartisan legislation that will accelerate quantum research, increase our national security, and
Daines Introduces Bill to Boost Montana Science, Tech Jobs
U.S. Senator Steve Daines today introduced the bipartisan “DOE Quantum Energy Act of 2024” to promote quantum research, development, and jobs in Montana. The bill renews and expands Daines’ “National Quantum Initiative Act of 2018” to ensure that the United States remains the world’s leader in technology and energy security. “Our National Quantum Initiative Program is essential in maintaining our position as global leaders in science and technology, and also supports hundreds of Montana jobs,” said Daines. “I’m glad to work with my colleagues on renewing this bipartisan legislation that will accelerate quantum research, increase our national security, and bolster the
Daines Statement on Sham Tax Vote
U.S. Senator Steve Daines today issued the following statement regarding the vote on the tax bill in the Senate: “It’s impossible to vote for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris’ spending blowout that led to recordinflation and then claim to support tax relief this close to an election and expect the American people to take you seriously. This is a cynical show vote that has no chance of becoming law. The American people will see through this charade and will hold Senate Democrats accountable in November.”
Daines Statement on Prisoner Swap with Russia
Swap Does Not Include Marc Fogel U.S. Senator Steve Daines today issued the below statement following the news that the United States and Russia reached a deal to free several Americans being held prisoner in Russia. Marc Fogel, an American who has been wrongfully detained since August 2021, was not among the Americans included in the deal. “I’m relieved to see innocent Americans finally coming home after years of unjust imprisonment at the hands of the Kremlin, but while we celebrate the return of Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and the other prisoners, we must remember that Marc Fogel is still
Daines on Biden-Harris Plea Deal for 9-11 Terrorists: “Reprehensible Abdication of Responsibility to Protect and Defend the Constitution”
“Kamala Harris and Joe Biden made America weaker today and the American people should be outraged.” U.S. Senator Steve Daines issued the following statement regarding the Biden-Harris administration’s plea deal with 9-11 terrorists: “Striking a plea deal with terrorists, including 9-11 mastermind Khalid Sheik Mohammed, is a reprehensible abdication of Kamala Harris and Joe Biden’s responsibility to protect and defend the Constitution of the United States and it dishonors the memory of every single victim of the 9-11 terrorist attacks. It should go without saying that America should never negotiate with terrorists, including terrorists in American custody. Kamala Harris and
Daines’ Amendment to Reduce Frivolous Lawsuits on Forestry Projects Passes Committee
Package also contains Daines-led provisions to increase hydropower development U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today applauded the passage of his forestry amendment to the “Energy Permitting Reform Act of 2024” by the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. The amendment ensures that forestry projects under the “Healthy Forests Restoration Act” are given expedited review, ensuring that forest projects will not be delayed by frivolous lawsuits. Also included were provisions to extend hydropower licenses and study market barriers to hydropower development. “Forestry permitting reform is permitting reform. Far too often, projects to reduce hazardous fuels and restore forest health are
Daines Condemns Olympic Committee for Mocking Christianity
“The Games should celebrate the athletes, not denigrate anyone’s faith” U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines joined his colleagues in sending a letter to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) condemning the disrespectful depiction of the Last Supper during the Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The letter also called on the IOC to make formal changes in the Olympic Charter to ensure that no religions are the subject of mockery in opening or closing ceremonies again. “We write in response to the vulgar mockery of the Christian faith on display at the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic
Daines: “If You Like San Francisco Politics, You’ll Love Kamala Harris”
Slams Harris for Her Failures at the Southern Border WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today delivered remarks at the weekly Republican Senate Leadership press conference slamming Kamala Harris for her failures as Joe Biden’s “Border Czar.” Watch Daines’ remarks HERE. “If you like San Francisco politics, you’ve got to love Kamala Harris. Going back to March 24, 2021, Joe Biden appointed Kamala Harris the ‘Borders Czar.’ In fact, here’s the transcript of what Joe Biden said that day about his newly minted Border Czar Kamala Harris: “‘I can think of nobody who is better qualified to do this. She is leading
Daines’ Bipartisan Bill to Protect Young Montanans’ Privacy Online Passes U.S. Senate
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today applauded passage of a bipartisan package that will safeguard minors using online platforms, provide parental control tools and create disclosure requirements for platforms on the harms potentially faced by users. Daines helped introduce the “Kids Online Safety Act,” and has been working on this issue since he first introduced the bipartisan “Safeguarding American Families from Exposure by Keeping Information and Data Secure (SAFE KIDS) Act” in 2015. Download a video statement HERE. “As the father of four and grandfather of six, I’m glad to see the Senate pass my bill to ensure that our children’s privacy and safety is protected as