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Rep. Rosendale opposes national expansion of in vitro fertilization

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 13, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) has issued a statement rejecting ongoing efforts by the Senate and President Joe Biden to expand In vitro fertilization (IVF) practices nationwide.

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Rep. Rosendale responds to SCOTUS ruling on abortion pill mifepristone

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 13, 2024

Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) issued a statement following the Supreme Court's unanimous decision permitting the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to continue easing access to the abortion pill mifepristone. Mifepristone was used in nearly two-thirds of all abortions in the U.S. last year.

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Rep. Rosendale advocates amendment banning military funding for gender transition surgeries

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 13, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) addressed the House floor in support of his Amendment 52 to the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement Act and National Defense Authorization for Fiscal Year 2025. The amendment seeks to prohibit TRICARE and the Department of Defense from covering and providing gender transition surgeries and hormone treatments for individuals who identify as transgender.

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2 gas stations in cities throughout Silver Bow County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending June 8

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 12, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Silver Bow County was found at two gas stations in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where was the cheapest place to fill up on diesel in cities in Jefferson County in week ending June 8?

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 12, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Jefferson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where was the cheapest place to fill up on premium gas in cities in Madison County in week ending June 8?

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 11, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rosendale files amendments targeting gender treatments, indefinite detention, and reproductive technologies

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 11, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) has filed several amendments to the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).

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City of Helena to close offices on June 19 for Juneteenth observance

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 11, 2024

City of Helena's offices and certain services will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. The closure will include Capital Transit and Municipal Court. While the Transfer Station will remain open for disposal, its administrative offices will be closed. Garbage collection services will not be affected.

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Chairman Rosendale criticizes VA travel self-service system for complicating veteran reimbursements

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 11, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Chairman of the Veterans Affairs Committee Subcommittee on Technology Modernization Matt Rosendale (MT-02) held a hearing titled: “The VA Beneficiary Travel Self-Service System: Mission Accomplished?” In the hearing, Chairman Rosendale highlighted the failures of the Beneficiary Travel Self-Service System (BTS-3).

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Rep. Rosendale criticizes new ATF rule affecting firearm sales

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 11, 2024

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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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Madison County in week ending June 8?

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 10, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Rosendale calls for removal of pride flag from Montana VA facilities

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 10, 2024

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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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jefferson County in week ending June 8?

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 9, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jefferson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

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2 gas stations in cities throughout Silver Bow County had the cheapest diesel in week ending June 8

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 9, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Silver Bow County was found at two gas stations in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Southwest Montana News area weekly mass times

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 8, 2024

The following parishes in the Southwest Montana News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Beaverhead County in week ending June 1?

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 8, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Beaverhead County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Lewis and Clark County in week ending June 1?

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 7, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Lewis and Clark County was found at two gas stations in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Jefferson County had unemployment rate of 3.3% in 2021

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 7, 2024

The unemployment rate in Jefferson County hit 3.3% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lewis and Clark County in week ending June 1?

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 7, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Lewis and Clark County was found at two gas stations in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Chairman criticizes Oracle Cerner's performance with EHR systems at VA medical centers

By Southwest Montana News | Jun 7, 2024

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.