U.S. Rep. Matt Rosendale (MT)
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Recent News About U.S. Rep. Matt Rosendale (MT)
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Rep. Rosendale criticizes new ATF rule affecting firearm sales
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) was featured in an article in the Washington Examiner concerning a new rule by the Biden Administration's Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF). The rule, which took effect on May 20th, redefines “Engaged in Business” to mandate that anyone selling a single firearm for profit must obtain a federal license, conduct a background check, and complete gun registration paperwork under federal law. This regulation led to the cancellation of a gun show in Hamilton, Montana.
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Rep. Rosendale calls for removal of pride flag from Montana VA facilities
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) has sent a letter to the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Denis R. McDonough, expressing his opposition to the display of "pride" flags at VA medical facilities. Rosendale's letter criticizes the initiative, stating that it prioritizes one group of veterans over others and misuses taxpayer funds.
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Chairman criticizes Oracle Cerner's performance with EHR systems at VA medical centers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Chairman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) of the House Veterans' Affairs Committee Subcommittee on Technology Modernization criticized Oracle Cerner’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems at VA medical centers. The remarks were highlighted by Bloomberg’s Brody Ford.
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Rep. Rosendale votes against military construction and VA appropriations act
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) issued a statement today following his vote against the Fiscal Year 2025 Military, Construction, Veterans Affairs (VA), and Related Agencies Appropriations Act.
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Rep. Rosendale proposes amendment restricting VA funding for certain reproductive technologies
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) testified before the House Rules Committee in support of his amendment, Amendment 63, to the Fiscal Year 2025 Military, Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act.
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Rep. Rosendale criticizes VA's decision on senior executive bonuses
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale participated in the House Veterans Affairs Committee Oversight Subcommittee hearing titled "Bonus Blunder: Examining VA’s Improper Decision to Award Senior Executives Millions in Incentives." Rep. Rosendale questioned the Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Michael Missal, and the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Denis R. McDonough.
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Rosendale addresses rise in crime linked to border policies affecting Montana reservations
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) participated in a House Natural Resources Committee, Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee hearing titled: “Biden’s Border Crisis: Examining Efforts to Combat International Criminal Cartels & Stop Illegal Drug Trafficking Targeting Indian Country.”
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Rep. Rosendale criticizes Biden's new executive order on immigration
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) released a statement today in response to President Biden's new executive order allowing a minimum of 1.8 million illegal immigrants to enter the country annually. Rosendale criticized the order, claiming it fails to address the ongoing border crisis.
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Rep. Rosendale files amendment on FY25 appropriations act concerning reproductive technologies
Today, the House of Representatives commenced deliberations on the Fiscal Year 2025 Military, Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) introduced Amendment 63 and provided testimony in its support.
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Rep. Rosendale celebrates National Beef Month from Montana ranch
GLENDIVE, MT – Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) released a video celebrating National Beef Month from his ranch in Glendive, Montana. The Treasure State is home to over 2 million heads of cattle and thousands of hard-working Montana farmers and ranchers who ensure America has access to top-quality beef.
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Rep. Rosendale criticizes Trump trial verdict as biased and politically motivated
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) released a statement following the Manhattan Supreme Court's verdict finding President Donald Trump guilty on 34 charges of falsifying business records.
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Rep. Rosendale criticizes ATF rule impacting Montana gun show
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) has released a statement following the cancellation of a gun show in Hamilton, Montana last weekend due to a new Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) rule. The rule, published on April 19th, 2024, significantly alters the process of selling firearms in the United States and has raised concerns about its impact on gun shows nationwide.
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Rep. Rosendale questions budget impacts on Montana mining at House hearing
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) participated in the House Natural Resources Committee, Energy and Mineral Resources Subcommittee Budgetary Hearing titled: “Examining the President’s FY 2025 Budget Request for the United States Geological Survey and the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement.” During the hearing, Rep. Rosendale scrutinized budget requests and highlighted their potential impact on Montana’s economy.
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Rep. Rosendale praises VA law enforcement at committee hearing
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) participated in a House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee hearing today. The hearing, titled "Ensuring VA’s Security: How Can Congress Best Support VA’s Law Enforcement," aimed to express support for VA police officers and examine the rise in crime at VA facilities. This increase comes despite a decrease in the number of veterans visiting these facilities due to the expansion of telehealth and community care.
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Rosendale opposes FAA Reauthorization Act due to cost increase
Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) recently expressed his opposition to the Senate Amendment to H.R. 3935, The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act of 2024. Despite the bill's protection of the Essential Air Service, a critical element for Montana, Rosendale could not support the proposed $10 billion cost increase over the next five years. He also took issue with grants aimed at diversity, equity, and inclusion programs that prioritize minorities and women over merit-based grant and training programs. Furthermore, he criticized the legislation for its...
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Montana officials condemn Biden's ban on future coal leases
Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02), Montana Governor Greg Gianforte, Senator Steve Daines, and Congressman Ryan Zinke have expressed their discontent following the Biden administration's release of a new Resource Management Plan Amendment. This amendment prohibits future coal leases in eastern Montana through 2038.
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Rosendale criticizes CEQ budget request at federal lands subcommittee hearing
Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) participated in a hearing titled: “Examining the Council on Environmental Quality Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Request and Related Policy Matters” as part of the House Natural Resources Committee Federal Lands Subcommittee. The hearing was held to scrutinize the Biden administration's allocation of taxpayer dollars towards their climate policy.
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Rosendale criticizes Oracle Cerner's lobbying efforts amid software issues
Today, Chairman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) of the House of Representatives Veterans’ Affairs Committee Subcommittee on Technology Modernization highlighted Oracle Cerner's lobbying efforts on Capitol Hill. He accused the company of prioritizing political influence over addressing issues with their software, which has been causing problems for veterans trying to access care. A recent article referencing Oracle Cerner’s financial issues further underscored these concerns.
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Rosendale criticizes BLM director for compromising Montana lifestyle
Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) recently participated in the House Natural Resources Federal Lands Subcommittee Budgetary Hearing, which focused on "Examining the President’s FY 2025 Budget Request for the Bureau of Land Management and National Park Service." During this hearing, he expressed concerns about the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) actions that he believes are compromising Montana's way of life.
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Rosendale leads subcommittee hearing on Biden's VA IT office budget request
Chairman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) spearheaded the House of Representatives Veterans’ Affairs Committee Subcommittee on Technology Modernization's review of the Biden administration's budget proposal for the VA’s Office of Information and Technology for Fiscal Year 2025. The evaluation took place in Washington, D.C.