Daines Heads to Eastern Europe to Visit US Troops, Meet with Key Leaders Amid Russia’s War of Aggression Against Ukraine
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines is heading to Eastern Europe to meet with leaders in countries bordering Ukraine. During his visit, Daines will also meet with U.S. troops and receive briefings at the MK Airbase in Romania near the Black Sea. Daines will meet with U.S., NATO, and foreign leaders in Romania, Slovakia, Hungary and Moldova. Updates will be shared throughout the Senator’s visit when possible, and a readout will be given following his visit. Daines proudly stands with President Zelenskyy and the people of Ukraine against Putin’s war of aggression. ### Contact: Rachel Dumke, Katie Schoettler
Daines’ Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing National Park Week Passes U.S. Senate
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines’ bipartisan Senate resolution marking April 16, 2022 through April 24, 2022 as National Park Week passed the U.S. Senate yesterday. Daines is the top Republican on the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. “Our national parks help set us apart from the rest of the world, and in Montana we have some of the best,” Daines said. “Enjoying Montana’s great outdoors isn’t just a favorite pastime, it’s part of our way of life. This National Park week, I encourage folks to get outside and find their park!” This resolution encourages people around the country to spend
Daines Attends White House Signing Ceremony of His Bipartisan Postal Reform Bill
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today was at the White House for the official signing ceremony of his bipartisan bill that supports the United States Postal Service (USPS). Watch and download Daines’ video statement HERE. “Happy to be at the White House today to celebrate my bipartisan bill to revitalize and support the Postal Service being signed into law. My bipartisan bill will help the Postal Service better serve folks across Montana, which is especially important for Montana seniors, veterans and rural communities. It will also help maintain deliveries six days per week! I was glad to work across the aisle and help get this done
Daines Demands Investigation into Deaths of Five Babies Aborted in DC
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines, founder and chair of the Senate Pro-Life Caucus, is demanding an investigation into the deaths of five babies whose bodies were recovered in Washington, DC, last week. Evidence suggests one or more of them may have lost their life through an illegal partial-birth abortion or may have been born alive and later killed. “ Last week, DC Metropolitan Police recovered the remains of five preborn children apparently from the Washington Surgi-Clinic in Washington, DC, a facility operated by the late-term abortionist Dr. Cesare Santangelo. Instead of ensuring that the horrific deaths of these children were
Daines Votes Against President Biden’s Supreme Court Nominee
U.S. SENATE – Today, U.S. Senator Steve Daines voted against advancing the nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, President Biden’s nominee to the Supreme Court. “As Montana’s United States Senator, I am committed to protecting the constitutional rights and values of Montanans. Montanans want a justice who will uphold the Constitution and make decisions based on the rule of law, not personal beliefs or the Left’s political agenda,” Daines said. “Judge Jackson’s soft-on-crime record and her views of the separation of powers are not in line with what Montanans want in a Supreme Court justice. That’s why I voted against Judge Jackson’s lifetime appointment
Daines, Rosendale Urge Biden Admin to Extend Protest Period for Bison Grazing Proposal
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines and Congressman Matt Rosendale today are urging the Biden administration to extend the protest period on the proposed decision affecting grazing allotments on the American Prairie Reserve in Phillips County, Montana. “As you are aware, BLM received over 2,700 comments on the draft Environmental Assessment (EA) from Montana state government agencies, businesses, associations, and thousands of concerned individuals. These comments raise serious questions about how American Prairie’s proposed change of use will affect the local community and the state of Montana,” they wrote. “Due to the broad interest in the proposed change of use, which would
Daines Introduces Bill to Prevent Biden Admin from Stifling Montana Energy Production, Increasing Gas Prices
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines introduced a bill that would prevent the Biden administration from continuing to stifle Montana energy production and increase gas prices on hardworking Montanans. “Since Day One of taking office, President Biden has launched attack after attack on Made in Montana and Made in America energy, and Montana families are paying the price at the pump. We need to stop putting up roadblocks and unleash American energy,” Daines said. The prohibition on new regulations impeding energy development would remain in effect until either January 1, 2023 or until the national average consumer gas price is $2.60 or less. The current
Daines Slams Biden Admin for Putting Woke Agenda Over National Security
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today called out the Biden administration for allowing the TSA to no longer consider gender when checking the identity of travelers. Daines is demanding answers as to why Biden’s choosing to put wokeness over national security. “Since the attacks of September 11, 2001, the federal government has made significant progress in securing domestic air travel. Whether through the creation of TSA or improved screening practices, the federal government has taken significant steps in regard to securing air travel and protecting American citizens. Now, it appears that the current administration has shifted its focus to advancing “wokeness” at the expense of
Daines Urges Billings School District 2 to Allow Emily Pennington to Graduate
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today sent a letter urging Billings School District 2 to allow Emily Pennington to finish her education and graduate from Billings West High School. Throughout her time in school, Emily’s academic progress had been delayed on medical grounds. Earlier today, Daines spoke with Emily’s mom to show his support. “I am writing to request you promptly amend District Policy 2050 for Billings West High School Junior, Ms. Emily Pennington. Parents and trustees alike understand the importance of a high school diploma for the prospects and success of Montana students. I am a steadfast supporter of