Preston Parish

Tribal Language Preservation Strengthens Communities But Needs Consistent Funding

Across the nation, tribal languages are vanishing at an alarming rate, taking with them a vital piece of culture and knowledge. The novel coronavirus pandemic presents a new threat to language...

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An Outstanding Return on Investment: Tribal Colleges and Their Contributions to Montana

Tribal colleges are critical in providing many Montanans, Indian and non-Indian, with a pathway to higher education and the ability to prepare for the workforce. Tribal colleges also provide rural...

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Economic Development in Indian Country: A State Investment with Continued Returns

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Senate Bill 138 Has Deep Roots in Settler Colonialism

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Tourism Could Be an Economic Driver in Indian Country, With Focus and Investment

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Transmittal Update: State-Tribal Legislation

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House Bill 621 Would Bring Recreational Cannabis Tax Revenue to Indian Country

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Senate Bill 214 Has Deep Roots in Settler Colonialism

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2021 State-Tribal Legislative Impacts

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An Explainer of Income and Wealth in the Time of COVID-19

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Build Back Better Would Invest in Tribal and Urban Indian Communities

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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.