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Fourth Republican enters MT’s 2020 secretary of state contest
A fourth Republican jumped into Montana’s 2020 race for secretary of state Tuesday, saying he’s the best candidate to keep the election-administrator office in Republican hands next year.Open enrollment begins Friday for 'Obamacare' policies -- with lower rates
Open enrollment for Montanans buying individual health insurance for 2020 on the “Obamacare” marketplace began Friday – at lower premiums than for the current year.Group with national backing forms to push legal-marijuana initiative in Montana
The backers of a voter-initiative to legalize recreational marijuana in Montana said Monday they’ve formed a new group, with national backing, to get measures on the 2020 ballot and pass it.In MT’s US House race, Democrat Williams has the most money from Montana donors
In Montana’s crowded U.S. House race, the two fundraising leaders have similar war-chests, dollar-wise – but one of the candidates is getting a lot more money from Montanans.Former state Auditor Morrison tests 2020 political waters with poll
Helena attorney and former state Auditor John Morrison is in the field with a poll, testing the political waters on whether he might run for Montana attorney general or state Supreme Court in 2020.Lindeen plans to step down as MT Dem Party executive director
Montana Democratic Party Executive Director Monica Lindeen, a former state auditor, is stepping down after a year on the job, the party announced Monday.Judge temporarily blocks Bullock’s ban on flavored vaping products
A state district judge Friday stopped Gov. Steve Bullock’s ban on flavored e-cigarette products from taking effect next week, until a hearing later this month.MT program providing job-training to disabled faces big budget cuts
A popular state program that provides job-training for the disabled will endure a multimillion-dollar hit on its budget, because of a federal penalty levied on the state for overspending prior funds, state officials confirmed.MT Rep. Gianforte joins bipartisan House vote to condemn Trump’s Syria/Kurdish policy
Montana’s only U.S. House member, Republican Greg Gianforte, joined 128 fellow Republicans and all House Democrats in supporting a resolution Wednesday that opposes President Trump’s decision to withdraw U.S. troops in northern Syria.Gov candidate Cooney proposes pledge to discourage big money in campaign
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mike Cooney proposed an unusual pledge Wednesday designed to discourage outside money and self-financed candidates in the 2020 contest – and challenged his primary opponents to sign it.Rosendale, Williams post impressive fundraising numbers in MT’s U.S. House race
Republican Matt Rosendale and Democrat Kathleen Williams have solidified their leads in fundraising for Montana’s open 2020 U.S. House contest, as they each posted impressive numbers on Tuesday.GOP Sen. Daines leaving competitors in the fundraising dust
Republican U.S. Sen. Steve Daines, running for a second term in 2020, continues to leave his potential opponents in the fundraising dust, reporting Tuesday that he raised $1.1 million in the past three months. -
Report: SOS Stapleton also used state-owned vehicles on weekends and holidays
Secretary of State Corey Stapleton not only improperly used a state pickup truck to commute from Helena to his home in Billings, but also drove it on weekends and holidays during the first 27 months on the job, according to a published report.Dem gov candidate rolls out free-tuition plan for 2-yr colleges
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Casey Schreiner rolled out his first major policy proposal this week, calling for tuition-free education at Montana’s two-year college programs, for eligible students.So far, Gianforte is crushing it on fundraising for 2020 gov candidates
Republican Greg Gianforte turned in another impressive quarter of fundraising for his 2020 gubernatorial run this weekend, bringing his four-month total to $1.09 million – more than twice as much as any other rival in either party.Bullock presidential campaign takes in $2.3M in fundraising for 3rd Qtr
Gov. Steve Bullock says his presidential campaign raised nearly $2.3 million in the past three months, bringing his total for the five-month campaign to $4.3 million.Supporters of Gov. Martz Capitol statue kick off fundraising effort
Supporters of a Capitol statue of former Gov. Judy Martz officially kicked off their fundraising drive Wednesday, aiming to raise $165,000 in private donations to finance the project.Former state Corrections employee sues, alleging sexual harassment by department director
One of several female employees who last year accused state Corrections Director Reg Michael of sexual harassment or inappropriate actions toward women in the office has sued the agency, alleging wrongful discharge.Rep. Gianforte chastises House Democrats for 'impeachment fever'
Montana’s only congressman, Republican Greg Gianforte, told Democrats on the U.S. House Judiciary Committee that they’re suffering from “impeachment fever” and ignoring pressing issues facing the nation.More than 200 gather for climate-strike rally in Helena, including candidates
Candidates, local officials and climate activists addressed a raucous crowd here as part of Global Climate Strike activities, saying widespread political action and activism are needed now to fight global warming.