Heather O'Loughlin

An Early Look at Legislative Action on the State Budget

Our state budget represents our collective investment in the public institutions and services that educate our children, keep our communities safe, and provide health care and other services to our...

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The ARPA Commission needs to make housing an integral part of Montana’s post-pandemic recovery plan

Montana communities across the state are facing significant housing shortages, particularly for households living on lower and moderate incomes. The pandemic brought more attention to this...

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MBPC's Comment on the 1115 Waiver Amendment

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MBPC's Comment to Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

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Governor’s Proposed Use of Federal Funds Misses the Mark

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What is in Build Back Better and How Does it Help Montana?

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BBB Specifics: Child Care

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Congress Must Act Soon to Help Families

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Montana Women Vote Statement on Supreme Court’s Decision to Overturn Roe vs. Wade

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Letter to DPHHS: Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act

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What’s In and What’s Out in the Governor’s Proposed Budget?

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HB 651 – Montana FAMLI Act: A Policy Design Supporting Families and Businesses

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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.