By DARRELL EHRLICK | Editor-in-Chief
"It’s a phrase I never thought that I would have to say in regular life or as a legislator: I do not want robots choosing the price of your groceries," – State Sen. Laura Smith, a Democrat from Helena, talking about focusing on affordability in the 2027 Montana Legislature.
Montana Democratic lawmakers highlight affordability as first legislative priority in ‘27
by Micah Drew
Many facets of everyday life, from flipping on the lights as days grow darker to running weekly errands, are getting more expensive for Montanans, and Democratic lawmakers hope to address those issues in the 2027 legislative session. During a Tuesday press conference at the state Capitol, Democratic legislative leaders shared three proposed bills they hope […]
Social Security, Medicare top of mind for Montanans heading into Election Day
by Keila Szpaller
A high portion of Montanans are 65 and older, but those who receive Social Security benefits are facing a 22% cut in 2032 without action from Congress. That’s according to data from the Social Security Administration. The topic is a question from voters, and it was a rallying point for at least one political candidate […]
Time for change? Permanent daylight saving time bill awaiting US Senate action
by David Lightman
Most of the nation returns to standard time Sunday morning, and Congress could decide as early as next month whether it will be the last time people have to change their clocks. President Donald Trump wants year-round daylight saving time. The U.S. House voted overwhelmingly in July for the change. Lots of Democrats and Republicans are […]
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