U.S. Rep. Matt Rosendale (MT)
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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...
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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,...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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....
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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...
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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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Rep. Rosendale Leads Letter to ATF On eForms Website Shut Down
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02), led a letter with seven of his Republican colleagues to Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Director Steven Dettelbach inquiring about the shut down of the ATF eForm website, which occurred between February 27th, 2024, and March 1st, 2024. The website has proven to be a simple and effective method for Americans to access their right to own a firearm by significantly lowering wait times for ATF forms.In response to this incident, Rep. Rosendale expressed his concerns, stating, “The Biden...
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Sen. Daines, Rep. Rosendale, Rep. Zinke Call for Expedited Review of Montana Mines
U.S. Senator Steve Daines, Congressman Ryan Zinke, and Matt Rosendale have jointly called for an expedited review of Montana mines by the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE). In a letter addressed to OSMRE, the lawmakers expressed concerns over the delays in environmental reviews for the Bull Mountains, Spring Creek, and Rosebud mines, highlighting the potential adverse impact on Montana communities.The lawmakers emphasized the significance of these mines as crucial economic drivers for various counties in Montana. Senator Daines, Congressman...
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Rep. Rosendale Votes Against D.C. Cartel Funding Scheme
Rep. Rosendale Votes Against D.C. Cartel Funding SchemeFeb 29, 2024WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) chose to vote against H.R. 7463 - Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024. The Continuing Resolution has been described as another extension of Nancy Pelosi’s budget and Joe Biden’s policies.In response to his decision, Rep. Rosendale expressed his frustration with the current situation in Congress, stating, "I've been telling you for quite some time now that Congress is completely broke. Here we are after only two short days...
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Rep. Rosendale Defends 2nd Amendment in Letter to Congressional Appropriators
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02), sent a letter to Senate and House Appropriations Committees’ leadership urging them to prohibit the VA from using funds to submit veterans’ names to the National Instance Criminal Background Check Systems (NICS). Currently, the VA is treating veterans who need help managing their money as criminals.In the letter, Rep. Rosendale stated, "If Americans have relied on you to defend their freedoms with a gun, you have the right to own one as a veteran." He emphasized the importance of upholding the Second Amendment...
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# Rep. Rosendale Announces New Grey Wolf Helicopter at Malmstrom AFB
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) announced that in the coming months, Malmstrom Air Force Base will be receiving the upgraded MH-139A "Grey Wolf" helicopter in place of the dated Vietnam-era UH-1N "Huey" helicopter.“I am proud to announce this much-needed upgrade for our airmen and women at Malmstrom Air Force Base,” said Rep. Rosendale. “With the “Grey Wolf’s” improved range, speed, and capabilities, we can rest assured that our servicemembers in the Treasure State are equipped with the best of the best!”The multi-mission MH-139A "Grey Wolf"...
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Rep. Rosendale Joins House of Representatives in Impeaching Alejandro Mayorkas
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale from Montana has joined the House of Representatives in impeaching Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas. Rep. Rosendale, an original co-sponsor of the articles of impeachment, expressed his concerns about Mayorkas' actions regarding immigration and border security.The articles of impeachment accuse Mayorkas of repeatedly violating laws enacted by Congress and causing millions of illegal entries into the United States. According to the articles, Mayorkas' refusal to obey the law not only undermines the...
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Rep. Rosendale Releases Statement on Recovering Grizzly Bear Population in Montana
On February 7, 2024, Congressman Matt Rosendale of Montana released a statement regarding the grizzly bear population in the state. The statement came after the deadline for the 12-month status review of grizzly bear delisting in the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem (NCDE) and Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE) by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) passed.In his statement, Rep. Rosendale expressed his belief that the science is clear and that grizzly bears are now fully recovered. He criticized the Biden Administration's restrictions, calling them burdensome...
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Rep. Rosendale Stands with Speaker Johnson in Halting Senate Border Deal
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a bold move, Congressman Matt Rosendale (R-MT) has expressed his support for House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) in rejecting the Senate's immigration bill. The bill, which aimed to allocate billions of dollars to Ukraine, failed to address the pressing issue of securing the border. Rep. Rosendale called for a change in Senate leadership, criticizing Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) for losing sight of the needs of the American people."Speaker Johnson stuck to his guns and maintained that the House would not consider the Senate immigration...
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Rep. Rosendale Votes to Impeach Mayorkas
In a disappointing turn of events, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) expressed his frustration when the articles of impeachment against Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas failed to pass on the House Floor. Despite alarming statistics such as 8 million illegal alien encounters nationwide, 6.7 million illegal alien encounters at the Southern border, and over 1.7 million known gotaways evading U.S. Border Patrol, House Republicans refused to hold Mayorkas accountable."Mayorkas has violated his oath of office time and time again by orchestrating the...
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Rep. Rosendale Opposes Handing D.C. Government RFK Stadium Without Compensating U.S. Taxpayers
Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) voiced his opposition to a bill that would transfer Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium from the National Park Service to the D.C. government without fair compensation for U.S. taxpayers. In an amendment proposed during the House Natural Resources Committee meeting, Rep. Rosendale sought to ensure that a portion of the revenue generated from the stadium's operations would be allocated to the maintenance of the National Park System.Under the current bill, the D.C. government would gain administrative control over federal land...
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Rep. Rosendale Joins Republican Colleagues in Demanding Continuation of LNG Export Permits
In a united front, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) has joined his Republican colleagues in addressing a letter to President Biden, expressing their concerns over the Department of Energy's decision to halt the issuance of permits for exporting liquefied natural gas (LNG). The Republicans argue that this decision is both dangerous and unnecessary, as the United States has recently become the world's largest LNG exporter.The Department of Energy's move to conduct an additional "public interest" review, which includes environmental, economic, and environmental justice...