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Legislative Democrats pitch Montana child care reform as 'pro-business'

Carly Graf, Lee Enterprises, 02/21/24 Democrats have rolled out three legislative proposals intended to help families afford child care, casting their plans as not just pro-family but also...

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Lawmakers debate Republican income tax relief proposals

Micah Drew - Daily Montanan - Feb. 13 2025 The middle class is often a forgotten segment of the population, says Sen. Mike Yakawich, a Billings Republican.  Instead, policy often focuses...

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Bill would significantly increase the Montana Media Tax Credit Program

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Republican “Homestead Act,” two flagship Democrat tax relief bills begin hearings in Montana House

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Where credit is due: Montana lawmakers take first jabs at affordability with tax relief

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DPHHS budget fails to quell concerns about public benefits access

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Montana workforce housing tax credit gets bipartisan support in House

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Montana lawmakers eye child care challenges for the 2025 session

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