Attorney General Knudsen Leads Lawsuit Against Biden’s Rule on Private Gun Sales
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has taken a stand against the Biden administration's rule on private gun sales, leading a coalition of 21 attorneys general in filing a lawsuit. The lawsuit challenges the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) rule that threatens to criminalize law-abiding citizens for selling firearms without obtaining a federal license.Attorney General Knudsen expressed his concerns, stating, “This is another attempt by the Biden administration to criminalize law-abiding Montanans for exercising their right to keep and bear...
Attorney General’s office secures guilty verdict in Three Forks homicide case
HELENA – A Three Forks man, Zachary Eugene Norman, has been found guilty of deliberate homicide in a case that shocked the community. The verdict was delivered by a judge in Gallatin County District Court, as announced by Attorney General Austin Knudsen.Norman, 26, was convicted of the murder of Chase Eastbrook in January of 2022. The judge found Norman guilty on one count of deliberate homicide with a weapons enhancement. Despite this conviction, Norman was found not guilty on another deliberate homicide charge related to the death of Chase's brother, Brendan Eastbrook,...
Veteran Survey Deadline Extended to July 15 to Inform Montana’s Long-Term Care Services
The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has announced an extension to the deadline for a survey aimed at gathering crucial information to shape the future long-term care needs of veterans in Montana. Senior and Long Term Care (SLTC) administrator Barb Smith revealed that nearly 3,000 veterans have already participated in the survey, with the deadline now pushed back to July 15 to further increase participation.Smith emphasized the importance of the survey, stating, “We’re working diligently to make the data we’re collecting through the survey as robust...
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New Federal Rule Transforms Oil & Gas Leasing on Public Lands
The Department of the Interior has recently unveiled a final rule aimed at overhauling the Bureau of Land Management’s oil and gas leasing regulations, signaling a significant shift towards the conservation of public lands and wildlife habitats. This move has been welcomed by various stakeholders, including conservationists, ranchers, and outdoor enthusiasts, with a particular focus on Montana, where public lands play a pivotal role in the state's lifestyle and economy.Frank Szollosi, the Executive Director of the Montana Wildlife Federation, expressed gratitude towards...
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Montana Attorney General signs letter to Biden, Mayorkas ‘supporting Texas’s efforts to secure the border’
Attorney General of Montana Austin Knudsen (R) joined more than two dozen state attorneys general in signing a letter to President Joe Biden and Homeland Security Security Aljandro Mayorkas in support of “Governor Abbott’s efforts to secure our border.”
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Gov. Gianforte appoints new commissioner of Department of Labor and Industry: 'I look forward to partnering with her to build a stronger future for our state'
On Aug. 10, Gov. Greg Gianforte named Sarah Swanson as the new commissioner to helm the Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI). Swanson was previously Director of Strategic Engagement for DLI, where she was responsible for connecting education and workforce needs.
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Gen. Thomas Bussiere: 'These measures will stay in place until I am satisfied that we are providing our missile community with a safe and clean work environment'
Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) is taking measures to tackle hazardous PCBs at Malmstrom AFB, Montana, after the Missile Community Cancer Study reveals rising health concerns, according to an Aug. 7 press release. Other bases, including Minot AFB in North Dakota, also show troubling signs.
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Analysis: Montana ranked #36 for gun sales in 2022
Montana ranked #36 for guns sales in 2022, with an estimated 134,139 guns sold, according to federal data compiled in a new report by SafeHome.org.
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ACRU’s West: Montana policy on affirmative action 'systematically racist'
Montana's policy of allowing affirmative action in areas such as public education and public employment reflects a philosophy that's "systematically racist," the executive director of the American Constitutional Rights Union (ACRU) said.
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Reps. Rosendale, Zinke vote to strike down Biden administration’s ‘pistol-brace rule’
Republican Reps. Matthew Rosendale Sr. and Ryan Zinka voted for a resolution last week to repeal a new Biden administration rule that critics say is “unconstitutional” and “onerous” in the way it regulates the ownership of stabilizing pistol braces.
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Beartooth Ranger District has closed the Greenough Lake and Parkside Trail due to aggressive bear activity
The Beartooth Ranger District closed the Greenough Lake and Parkside Trail area on May 8 due to complaints of aggressive bear activity, according to NBC Montana.
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A 19-year-old man was discovered alive after going missing for days in Glacier National Park
There is additional information available about the 19-year-old man who was located alive and "responsive" in Glacier National Park on May 8, after having been reported missing the day before, according to 7 KZBK Bozeman.
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Shed antler hunters kicked off the opening of Montana's Wildlife Management Areas
Shed antler hunters got the ball rolling on the opening of Montana's Wildlife Management Areas on May 15, according to NBC Montana.
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The North Valley Food Bank in Whitefish received a $25,000 grant from the First Interstate Bank
Last week, the North Valley Food Bank received a $25,000 grant from the First Interstate Bank, according to NBC Montana.
