April 2023
Don’t Be Fooled: Montana Can and Must Invest in Child Care and Housing Solutions for Montana Families
Montana legislators walked into the Capitol on day one of this session, looking at a $2 billion surplus. Due to federal stimulus, in-migration, and...
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March 2023
Bad Practice: The Under-Funding of OPD
After years of insufficient funding, it is time for the Senate to bridge the gap in the state’s Office of Public Defender budget by fully funding...
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March 2023
2023 State-Tribal Legislative Updates
Although the federal budget is crucial in Indian Country, the state budget also impacts tribal communities. Representatives from across Montana...
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March 2023
Tax Cuts for the Wealthy and Short-term Rebates Rushed Through Before Lawmakers Even See the Full Budget
HELENA, Mont. (Mar. 6, 2023) — A diverse group of stakeholders express great concern at the Legislature rushing through $1 billion in tax cuts that...
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February 2023
Montana Families Need Postpartum Medicaid Expansion
This session, Montana has the opportunity to help new families access medical care following the birth of a baby. New state option provides health...
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February 2023
Medicaid Unwinding Requires Communication and Transparency
In early 2020, Congress passed a law that gave states extra federal funds to keep people on their Medicaid rolls during a time of nationwide health...
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January 2023
Why Medicaid Provider Rates Matter
With the legislative session in full swing, Montanans will soon hear lots of discussion on big picture topics, like affordable housing and tax cuts...
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December 2022
Governor’s Tax Plan Helps the Wealthiest
Montana has the opportunity to invest in Montana communities with a record surplus of $1.9 billion. Governor Gianforte plans to use much of the state...
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