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CEO of the Rimrock Foundation Kosovich: 'This is a game changer'

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 20, 2023

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte and the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) have obtained federal approval to increase access to SUD treatment for Medicaid members through the HEART Fund, according to a July 6 press release. The move aims to address the state's substance use disorder (SUD) crisis by expanding treatment capacity and reducing waitlists.

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Montana's Gianforte: 'With dry, warm weather ahead, it's incredibly important we each do our part to prevent wildfire'

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 20, 2023

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte recently received a briefing on the 2023 Fire Season Outlook that stressed the importance of wildfire prevention measures due to upcoming dry and warm weather conditions.

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Tuholske: 'Some research suggests climate change may be, in military parlance, a threat multiplier or catalyst to conflict in political situations'

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 20, 2023

Montana State University is spearheading a study funded by the U.S. Department of Defense, where Cascade Tuholske, assistant professor of earth sciences, is conducting research focused on the relationship between climate conditions, agriculture-related migration and regional stability. According to a release on July 18, this study is through a $3 million grant from the Minerva program from the Department of Defense, involving researchers from fiver universities with the University of California, Santa Barbara leading the charge.

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Gov. Gianforte: 'We're making a generational investment in our behavioral health and developmental disabilities service delivery systems'

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 19, 2023

Gianforte's announcement to Montana's Behavioral Health System for Future Generations Commission signifies a commitment to mental health and developmental disability care. This move marks a crucial milestone in the state's efforts to improve and revitalize its behavioral health services.

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Montana's Gianforte: 'I look forward to our Housing Task Force continuing to develop more commonsense solutions'

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 19, 2023

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte recently announced the expansion of the Housing Task Force.

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Montana's Knudsen warns legislators of suspicious letters: 'If you receive one of these letters, do not open it and contact law enforcement'

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 19, 2023

A recent series of incidents beginning in June involving the delivery of suspicious letters containing white powder has raised concerns among lawmakers and public officials in several states.

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EPA Information Officer Archer: "the crews are gaining more expertise in handling this situation"

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 19, 2023

EPA Information Officer Beth Archer issued a press release addressing a train derailment near Reed Point, Montana, which resulted in six rail cars carrying molten asphalt falling into the Yellowstone River.

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Montana State Library President Creech: 'The Executive Board of the Montana Library Association deeply regrets the decision by the Montana State Library Commission to withdraw from the American Library Association.'

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 19, 2023

Last week, the Montana State Library announced its withdrawal from the American Library Association following a controversial tweet.

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Governor Gianforte: 'These low water levels present a significant threat to the economic vitality of the region.'

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 19, 2023

On July 6, Montana Governor Greg Gianforte issued a formal letter requesting an analysis from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation to address declining water levels in Flathead Lake.

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Gianforte: 'Through apprenticeships, Montanans have more opportunities than ever before'

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 17, 2023

Montana Governor Greg Gianforte recently toured the Training Center for Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee Local #732, where he touted the policies put in place to bolster the workforce of Montana.

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Attorney General Knudsen Launches Television PSA To Combat Human Trafficking In Montana

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 14, 2023

Continuing his commitment to end human trafficking in Montana, Attorney General Austin Knudsen on July 14 launched a new statewide public service announcement to educate Montanans on the issue and how to report it when they suspect they see it.

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AG Knudsen Leads 20-State Effort In Support Of Second Amendment

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 13, 2023

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen led a coalition of 20 state attorneys general in asking the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit to reverse the district court’s decision and enjoin an unconstitutional set of laws passed by the Delaware legislature prohibiting the manufacture, purchase, sale, or possession of so-called “assault weapons” – commonly used by law-abiding Americans for self-defense – and large-capacity magazines (LCMs).

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Governor Gianforte First to Formally Request Action on Flathead Lake

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 13, 2023

Governor Greg Gianforte on July 13 submitted a System Operational Request to the Columbia River Technical Management Team (TMT) to address low water levels in Flathead Lake.

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AG Knudsen Demands Answers From BlackRock-Linked Mutual Fund Directors

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 12, 2023

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen and 14 other state attorneys general demanded answers from Blackrock-linked mutual fund directors as to potential conflicts of interest between the mutual funds they are managing and questioned whether BlackRock should continue as an investment adviser to the mutual funds in a letter sent Thursday.

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Governor Gianforte Blasts Federal Agencies for Inaction on Flathead Lake

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 12, 2023

Governor Greg Gianforte on July 12 released the following statement after a meeting of the Technical Management Team, which includes the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

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Governor Gianforte Requests Federal Analysis, Collaboration To Mitigate Impacts of Low Water Levels in Flathead Lake

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 11, 2023

In the wake of conversations with U.S. Department of the Interior Deputy Secretary Tommy Beaudreau on low water levels in Flathead Lake, Governor Greg Gianforte this week requested analysis from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation on potential water releases from the Hungry Horse Reservoir.

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Tester Introduces Bill To Increase Affordable Housing For Volunteer Firefighters And First Responders

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 10, 2023

Senator’s bill will help recruit and retain volunteer first responders with affordable housing incentives

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Tester, Moran, Reed, Rounds, Hoeven Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Cut Red Tape, Invest In Va Infrastructure For Veterans

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 8, 2023

Senators’ legislation to streamline delivery of construction projects nationwide

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AG Knudsen Files Formal Comments Against BLM’s Conservation Rule Proposal

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 8, 2023

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen joined other attorneys general in filing formal comments against the Bureau of Land Management’s proposed unlawful conservation rule that could halt natural resource development by adding “conservation” to the list of land uses in the Federal Land Policy and Management Act (FLMPA).

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In Letter To The Office Of Management And Budget (Omb), Senator Emphasizes Workforce Challenges Facing Rural America And Underserved Areas

By Big Sky Times Report | Jul 7, 2023

In new letter to the department of homeland security, senator reiterates request to extend hours of operations at port of raymond and port of piegan