Latest Reports

Rental Affordability in Montana (Or Lack Thereof)

Montana is facing a housing affordability crisis. Too many families with low or moderate incomes in Montana cannot afford a home due to rising housing...

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Early Action on Budget Provides Some Investments, but Gaps Remain

In February, the Legislature’s budget subcommittees took the first action on their sections of the state budget. The state budget represents our...

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Nuclear Energy Bills Neglect to Consider Tribal Nations

Earlier this week, two bills, HB 623 and 696, were heard in (S) Energy Technology and Federal Relations relating to nuclear energy in Montana. Both...

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Federal Dollars Impact Every Corner of Montana

On January 27, 2025, the current federal administration announced a temporary pause in federal grant, loan, and other financial assistance programs....

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Montana Budget & Policy Center

Shaping policy for a stronger Montana.

MBPC is a nonprofit organization focused on providing credible and timely research and analysis on budget, tax, and economic issues that impact low- and moderate-income Montana families.