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    Rep. Rosendale Expresses Sadness Over Pyramid Mountain Lumber Closure

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) expressed deep sadness following the announcement of Pyramid Mountain Lumber, Inc. in Seeley Lake, Montana, planning to shut down after 75 years of operation."I am truly saddened to hear the news that Pyramid Mountain Lumber plans to close its facility in Seely Lake," said Rep. Rosendale. "I have visited there and witnessed the family environment and dedication to the community the Johnsons and their employees convey. It is a huge loss for our state and the Seeley Lake community and an indictment on the poor...

  • Local Government

    Montana Lawmakers Advocate for Renaming Butte VA Clinic in Honor of Pearl Harbor Survivor

    U.S. Senator Steve Daines, Congressman Matt Rosendale, Senator Jon Tester, and Congressman Ryan Zinke have jointly penned a letter to Congressional leadership advocating for the renaming of the VA Outpatient Clinic in Butte, Montana, in honor of Charlie Dowd, the state's last Pearl Harbor survivor. The letter is in support of S. 2385, a bill that seeks to rename the clinic to the "Charlie Dowd VA Clinic."In the letter, the lawmakers highlighted Charlie Dowd's heroic actions during the attack on Pearl Harbor, stating, "Charlie fought valiantly at Pearl Harbor—emerging from...

  • Local Government

    Rep. Rosendale Recognizes New National Wheat Growers Secretary Nathan Keane

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02), took to the House Floor to recognize and congratulate Nathan Keane who recently got elected as Secretary of the National Association of Wheat Growers.In his speech, Congressman Rosendale praised Keane, stating, "Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Nathan Keane, a remarkable Montanan who has dedicated his life to serving and advocating for grain growers throughout the Treasure State and across our country. From farming with his father-in-law on their fourth-generation family farm in Loma,...

  • Local Government

    Rep. Rosendale Slams Biden’s $7.3 Trillion Fiscal Year 2025 Budget

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) criticized President Biden's Fiscal Year 2025 budget, calling it a significant departure from expected fiscal responsibility. Rosendale expressed his disapproval of the delay in the budget's release, highlighting that it exceeded the deadline set by the Congressional Budget Act."In typical D.C. Cartel fashion, Biden released his budget for FY2025 over a month past the First Monday in February deadline that was set in the Congressional Budget Act," said Rep. Rosendale.Rosendale further emphasized the...

  • Local Government

    Rep. Rosendale Celebrates Invest in Veterans Week

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) expressed his support for veterans and acknowledged Governor Gianforte's Invest in Veterans Week initiative during his address on the House Floor.In his remarks, Rep. Rosendale stated, "Today, I rise to celebrate this week as Invest in Veterans Week, as proclaimed by Montana Governor Gianforte." He highlighted the significant presence of veterans in Montana, mentioning that "nearly 9% of the Treasure State's population is made up of veterans," with over 78,000 veterans residing in the state, making it the...

  • Local Government

    Rep. Rosendale Responds to Biden’s State of the Union

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02), responded to President Biden's State of the Union address with a critical stance. Rosendale expressed his perspective on the event, highlighting both a personal connection and his overall impression of the speech.Rosendale began by sharing his experience at the State of the Union address, emphasizing the presence of his friend Larry Mayer, a journalist from Billings, who played a significant role in capturing images of a Chinese spy balloon last year. Rosendale acknowledged this moment as a highlight of the...

  • Local Government

    Rep. Rosendale Delivers Remarks on Potential New Innovations for The VA Healthcare System

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02), delivered remarks at the Joint House and Senate Veterans’ Affairs Hearing titled: “Legislative Presentation of the Veterans of Foreign Wars & Multiple VSOs: PVA, WWP, NASDVA, MRC, BSF, IAVA, BVA, SWAN, SVA, AMVETS.”During the hearing, Congressman Rosendale discussed potential new innovations for the VA healthcare system, focusing on empowering veterans to make healthcare choices that best suit their needs. He highlighted the importance of a personalized model that puts veterans in control, enabling them to be...

  • Local Government

    Rep. Rosendale Announces Montanan who Captured First Photo of CCP Spy Balloon as his Guest to The State of the Union

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) has revealed that Larry Mayer, the Billings Gazette photographer who captured the first image of the CCP spy balloon that traversed Montana and was later downed in South Carolina, will be accompanying him to the State of the Union address this week.“It is an absolute honor to have Larry Mayer as my guest to the State of the Union this year,” said Rep. Rosendale. “Far too many times, the Biden administration has turned its back on Montanans and Americans as they face the consequences of his failed policies....

  • Local Government

    Rep. Rosendale Rejects D.C. Cartel Minibus

    Washington, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) made a strong statement today as he voted against H. Res. 1061, The 2024 Consolidated Appropriations Act. In his remarks on the bill's passage, Rep. Rosendale expressed his concerns about the budget and policies put forth by Nancy Pelosi and Joe Biden.Rep. Rosendale criticized the bill, stating, "This minibus is going to cover six of the appropriation bills. It contains about 2000 pages of documents, it is $513 billion in spending, of which, about $12 billion is earmarks that different members have inserted into this...

  • Local Government

    Rep. Rosendale Meets with Wounded Warrior Project

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02), visited with representatives from the Wounded Warrior Project (WWP). Two representatives from the group, Christopher Richard and Anton Johnson, came to D.C. from the Treasure State.The group discussed veterans’ mental health, the importance of receiving treatment, and improving employment opportunities for veterans.Christopher and Rep. Rosendale had previously spent time in Montana together on Rep. Rosendale’s ranch in Glendive during deer season.“It was so great to see Christopher make the trip from...

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