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We had a terrific story last night on GOP plans for early in the next Congress on $ and policy that came from on the ground reporting at the US Capitol from Jennifer Shutt & Shauneen Miranda; link in replies 👇

“It’s about whether politicians can restrict access to healthcare treatments in order to impose their narrow, harmful, stereotypical view of gender.” - Lambda Legal.

USFWS adopts lynx recovery plan, proposes new critical habitat designations dailymontanan.com/2024/12/03/usf… via Daily Montanan || @dailymontanan.bsky.social

Montana lawmakers rejected a rule restricting use of bathrooms in the Capitol, a measure targeting a transgender lawmaker from Missoula, report Daily Montanan || @dailymontanan.bsky.social and News from the States || bsky @statesnewsroom.com. dailymontanan.com/2024/12/03/mon…

Great series:

The decade-long endeavor to move the FBI out of its crumbling headquarters in downtown Washington, D.C., and into a new facility outside the city could face roadblocks next year, Jennifer Shutt News from the States || bsky @statesnewsroom.com report. dailymontanan.com/2024/12/04/dc/…

How a proposed federal heat rule might have saved workers’ lives dailymontanan.com/2024/11/30/how… via Daily Montanan || @dailymontanan.bsky.social

“There is no way that...Lake County and CSKT can come up with a way of funding it.” SupCo says state doesn't have to reimburse Lake County for law enforcement costs on Flathead reservation. Lake County back to square one. By Micah Drew: dailymontanan.com/2024/12/04/sta… #mtpol #mtleg

“This is outstanding habitat for wildlife, and we’re thrilled at the prospect of helping to provide safe passage for more animals between areas that are already federally protected.” American Prairie announces 2nd largest purchase, new milestone. dailymontanan.com/briefs/america… #mtpol

“Allowing an increase in the number of roads on the Bitterroot National Forest will further diminish the wild character of the forest.” New lawsuit alleges forest plan changes violate fed'l law, will harm grizzly bears, bull trout. KeilaSzpaller: dailymontanan.com/2024/12/04/mor… #mtpol

The state tracks lobbyists using a cumbersome and outdated 2-database system that is difficult to use, likely inaccurate and reports are submitted so late they are of little value, says Legislative Audit Division. By Darrell Ehrlick: dailymontanan.com/2024/12/05/aud… #mtpol #mtleg

“We’re seeing the concern everywhere. We’re connecting the housing problem with problems in economic development.” In the second installment of our housing series, Darrell Ehrlick looks at why the lack of affordable housing is a difficult problem. dailymontanan.com/2024/12/04/the… #mtpol

"This is the first land donation we’ve received, and it’s exciting because it’s just an incredible place.” State seeks public comment on 56th state park, proposed at Judith Landing. By Micah Drew: dailymontanan.com/2024/12/05/fwp… #mtnews #mtpol

GOP in Judicial Oversight preps 27 bills for the Montana Legislature, "a big lift." Dems and Racicot condemn them as "simply extremist measures." By Blair Miller: dailymontanan.com/2024/12/05/jud… #mtpol #mtleg

The Montana Department of Revenue is missing an estimated $300M/year in new construction value as staff falls behind on property inspections, costing municipalities and the state revenue. By Blair Miller: dailymontanan.com/2024/12/06/aud… #mtleg #mtpol

“The press is...the public’s watchdog and serves to inform the public about governmental action and efficacy. Access to public records is the cornerstone of this duty.” News outlets sue to keep records open. By Micah Drew: dailymontanan.com/2024/12/06/new… #mtleg #mtpol

"I loved every minute of it. Most days.” U.S. Sen. Jon Tester says goodbye after nearly 18 years of service. By Micah Drew: dailymontanan.com/2024/12/09/tal… #mtpol #mtleg

“Faced with an increase in violent attacks at schools, the Founders would have never seen disarming peaceful adults as the solution." Gun-rights groups argue to overturn conviction of man who walked his property, across school, with gun. Darrell Ehrlick: dailymontanan.com/2024/12/09/sec…

“It is a frightening time for abortion seekers and abortion providers.” MT medical providers concerned about abortion restrictions even with 58% of Montanans supporting constitutional protection in passing CI-128. By Blair Miller: dailymontanan.com/2024/12/09/mon… #mtleg #mtpol

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