MBPC in the News

Native American Communities Have the Highest Suicide Rates, Yet Interventions Are Scarce

Cheryl Platzman Weinstock Jan. 26, 2024 - KFF Health News Amanda MorningStar has watched her children struggle with mental health issues, including suicidal thoughts. She often wonders why. ...

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Minimum wage and tax credit increases take effect

Shaylee Ragar Jan. 4, 2024 - MTPR.org Montana workers earning minimum wage will see a raise above $10 an hour starting January 1, and will keep more of their earnings starting next year. State...

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Montana's hourly minimum wage to hit $10.30 in 2024

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Montana's minimum wage rises 35 cents on Jan. 1

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Democratic lawmakers ask for pause on Medicaid redeterminations as process slows

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Changes in Medicaid ‘the perfect storm,’ affecting Montana patients, providers

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Montana PBS Reports: IMPACT - Property Tax and Passenger Rail

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Dr. Paul Pope of MSU Billings speaks on potential impacts of a Government Shutdown

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