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Balanced Budget Passes!

April 13th, 2011Posted by admin

Senate Republicans passed a balanced budget! The final document reduces spending and promotes fiscal responsibility and job growth that will benefit Montana’s families and small businesses. “The Republican proposal includes prudent and responsible decisions to match spending with revenue while protecting the most vulnerable members of our community,” said Senate Majority Leader Jeff Essmann (R-Billings). [...]



Senator Buttrey: Keep F-15′s in Great Falls

April 7th, 2011Posted by admin

Senator Ed Buttrey (R-Great Falls)  is working to keep jobs in Montana. He introduced Senate Resolution 28, which urges the federal government to keep F-15 fighter jets at Malmstrom Air Force Base in Great Falls. The Department of Defense has been considering relocating the F-15 mission from Great Falls, MT to California. Senator Buttrey’s resolution [...]



Charter Schools Bill Moving Forward

April 6th, 2011Posted by admin

Charter Schools create options for parents and students. House Bill 603 would allow the creation of charter schools in Montana, and today the Senate held a public hearing on it.