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 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...
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Rep. Rosendale Calls for Change in Senate GOP Leadership Following McConnell/Schumer Border Deal
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) has called for a change in Republican leadership in the U.S. Senate following the recent border deal made by Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. In a statement, Rosendale expressed his concerns about the deal, which he believes prioritizes foreign interests and leaves the southern border wide open."For decades, Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer have been the architects of a $34 trillion national debt and the invasion at our southern border," said Rep. Rosendale. He criticized McConnell...
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Rep. Rosendale Joins Bipartisan Inquiry into CCP-Linked Illegal Marijuana Operations in the United States
Congressman Matt Rosendale (R-MT) has joined a bipartisan effort to investigate Chinese Communist Party (CCP) affiliated marijuana cultivation operations in the United States. Led by Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), Congressmen Jared Golden (D-ME), Senator Angus King (I-ME), and Congressman David Valadao (R-CA), this inquiry aims to address the direct threats posed by thousands of illicit Chinese marijuana growing operations.The farms are predominantly located in states with legal marijuana programs, where illegal growers attempt to hide their operations within law-abiding...
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Rosendale: ‘It is imperative that you do not condemn and persecute Good Samaritans who are stopping criminals’
Rep. Matt Rosendale (R-Mont.) sent a letter to New York County District Attorney that said he had “deep concern regarding the attempt to charge and convict former U.S. Marine Daniel Penny, for second degree manslaughter of well-known criminal Jordan Neely.”
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Rep. Rosendale Advocates for Prohibiting SNAP Dollars from Going to Junk Food and Sugary Drinks
In a recent development, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) has called for legislation that would amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to prohibit Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) dollars from being used to purchase junk food and sugary drinks. In a letter addressed to House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson and Ranking Member David Scott, Rep. Rosendale emphasized the need to incentivize healthy outcomes and save the American taxpayer billions in future healthcare costs."Kids are eating 150 times more sugar than they did 100 years...
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Rep. Rosendale Blasts VA for Not Prioritizing Veterans Over Illegal Immigrants
In a hearing with the House Committee On Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) raised concerns about the prioritization of medical care for illegal aliens over veterans at community care providers. Rep. Rosendale emphasized the importance of ensuring that veterans receive the care they deserve before anyone else."Under no circumstances should those illegally in our country be receiving care before those who put everything on the line to preserve our freedom," said Rep. Rosendale during the hearing. He expressed...
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Rep. Rosendale Statement on One-Year Anniversary Of CCP Spy Balloon Invading Montana Skies
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today marks the one-year anniversary of a Chinese spy balloon that invaded the skies of Montana, and Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) has released a statement expressing his disappointment in the Biden administration's handling of the situation. Rep. Rosendale states, "Today is no day to celebrate; rather, it is a day to remember how President Biden and Secretary Austin failed to protect and defend the people of Montana. One year ago today, this administration proved to us their incompetence and weakness when they allowed a Chinese Spy Balloon to...
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Rep. Rosendale Raises Concerns Over Child's Gender Transition Dispute
In a letter addressed to the National Governors Association, Congressman Matt Rosendale and four Republican colleagues expressed their deep concern over a recent incident involving a 14-year-old girl from Glasgow, Montana. The girl was reportedly transferred to Wyoming by Montana's Child and Family Services against her parents' wishes for "gender-affirming care."The group of lawmakers stated, "We are horrified that Montana CPS and hospitals, and potentially other states, would facilitate, let alone allow, this type of child abuse. Many children struggle during puberty and...