Government & Policy
State government, agencies, courts, budgets, and 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
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
Governor Greg Gianforte on Monday announced that Montana has joined a federal initiative aimed at ensuring every child entering foster…