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Senate Confirms Bozeman Attorney Katie Lane to Montana Federal Bench Despite ABA Opposition
Government & Policy

Senate Confirms Bozeman Attorney Katie Lane to Montana Federal Bench Despite ABA Opposition

The U.S. Senate voted Tuesday to confirm Bozeman attorney Katie Lane to a lifetime seat on the U.S. District Court…

Montana’s Second-Home Tax Policy Draws National Attention as Housing Costs Climb
Government & Policy

Montana’s Second-Home Tax Policy Draws National Attention as Housing Costs Climb

Montana’s decision to create a separate property tax rate for homes not used as primary residences has drawn renewed attention…

Montana Signs On to Federal Foster Care Initiative as Child Placements Hit Five-Year Low
Government & Policy

Montana Signs On to Federal Foster Care Initiative as Child Placements Hit Five-Year Low

Governor Greg Gianforte on Monday announced that Montana has joined a federal initiative aimed at ensuring every child entering foster…