June 2019
The Latest Plan to Deny Assistance: Shrinking the Poverty Line
The federal administration’s proposal to lower the federal poverty line would cut benefits for most health, nutrition, and assistance programs On...
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The federal administration’s proposal to lower the federal poverty line would cut benefits for most health, nutrition, and assistance programs On...
Read moreThe 2020 Census is just around the corner and ensuring an accurate count of Montanans, including American Indians, will be a big issue. An accurate...
Read moreOn May 15, the city of Missoula released a comprehensive, community-driven housing policy that was years in the making. The 95-page document, titled...
Read moreOver the past four months, Montana Budget & Policy Center's staff analyzed nearly every part of the state budget, provided research and testimony...
Read moreDuring the 2019 Legislative session, several bills that would increase access to affordable housing for Montanans attracted significant support and...
Read moreMedicaid expansion was a big priority for the 2019 Montana Legislature. However, state budget and tax decisions of all kinds impact the social...
Read moreThe Montana Legislature passed HB 658, a continuation of Montana’s Medicaid expansion program, providing health care coverage for over 96,000...
Read moreWith the 2019 legislative session behind us, it is time to share updates on a number of key bills that impact Indian Country. Montana State Budget ...
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