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2025 Tribal-State Legislative Impacts

This report summarizes some of the bills relevant to Tribal communities that the 2025 Legislature considered. Along with positive outcomes, this...

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Tax Policy Highs and Lows from the 2025 Montana Legislature

The 2025 Legislature made a number of changes to the tax system, some of which come with a significant cost. When states cut revenue through things...

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Investments and Shortfalls: Section B, The Department of Health and Human Services (DPHHS)

In Montana, investing in the health, safety, and dignity of working-class people strengthens communities and creates a more equitable state for all.

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Housing: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of the 69th Legislature 

The 69th Legislature has officially adjourned. Throughout the session, there were many bills focused on housing, ranging from aspiring funding bills...

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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.