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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) honored hard-working farmers and ranchers throughout America on the House Floor in celebration of Montana and National Ag week.In his address, Congressman Rosendale emphasized the importance of agriculture, stating, "Food security is national security and across the treasure state and the country farmers work tirelessly to keep food supply safe and plentiful, so we don't have to rely on foreign nations to sustain our population. Agriculture isn't just an industry in Montana- it's our way of life."Highlighting...

1 gas station in cities throughout Lewis and Clark County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Mar. 16

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Lewis and Clark County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

DPHHS emphasizes tuberculosis awareness ahead of World Tuberculosis Day

Officials from the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) are emphasizing tuberculosis prevention and treatment as World Tuberculosis Day approaches on Sunday, March 24, 2024.

Rep. Rosendale Criticizes Broken Process in U.S. Congress

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) joined the House Freedom Caucus press conference today to voice his opposition to the Johnson-Schumer-Biden Omnibus. During the press conference, Rep. Rosendale highlighted his concerns about the legislative process in Congress."The process is something that we fought extremely hard for in January to restore regular order in the U.S. Congress because everyone recognizes that this place is broke, and that this system is broken. And the reason that it is broken is because process has been ignored and thrown out the...

Rep. Rosendale Votes Against Swamp-Omnibus

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) released a statement expressing his dissent against H. Res. 1102, the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024.In his remarks, Rep. Rosendale criticized the passing of the $1.2 trillion spending bill, stating, "I'm just now leaving the Capitol after witnessing Republicans join with the Democrats in true uniparty fashion and pass yet another $1.2 trillion spending bill."Highlighting his concerns about the bill's allocation of funds, Rep. Rosendale emphasized, "This bill funds the weaponization of...

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Lewis and Clark County in week ending Mar. 16

By Southwest Montana News | Mar 21, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Lewis and Clark County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

Rep. Rosendale Opposes the D.C. Cartel Minibus Pt.2

By Southwest Montana News | Mar 21, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) released a statement expressing his opposition to the upcoming thousand-page minibus spending package. The package, which is expected to add another trillion dollars to the national debt, has raised concerns for Rep. Rosendale.In his statement, Rep. Rosendale highlighted the rushed nature of the process, stating, "They released a $1.2 trillion minibus at 2:32 AM this morning, giving us somewhere in the neighborhood of about 48 hours to review it before they're going to bring it up for a vote." He expressed his...

Rep. Rosendale Leads Letter to VA Objecting to IVF Expansion

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) led a coalition of lawmakers in sending a letter to U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Denis McDonough expressing objections to the VA's plans to expand in vitro fertilization (IVF) services. The letter questions the taxpayer subsidy of IVF, the uncertainty surrounding additional embryos, and the potential violation of existing laws by the VA in implementing this expansion.In the letter, Rep. Rosendale raised concerns about the ethical implications of the IVF expansion, stating, "An IVF embryo is...

Rep. Rosendale Slams Biden Administration Harmful EV Mandate

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) strongly criticized the Biden administration's new electric vehicle mandate set for 2030. In a statement, Rep. Rosendale expressed his concerns, stating, "This recent announcement by the Biden administration is overreaching, unnecessary, and will be excessively costly to all those who wish to buy a reliable vehicle in the future."Rep. Rosendale further criticized President Biden's motives, alleging, "Biden’s move is rooted in a ploy to funnel billions of dollars to his radical Green New Deal friends in forms of...

DPHHS seeks nominations for annual emergency medical services awards

The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) is inviting Montanans to nominate candidates for the annual Emergency Medical Services (EMS) awards.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Beaverhead County in week ending Mar. 16?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Beaverhead County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

Rep. Rosendale Critiques Biden’s Failed Energy Policies in House Natural Resources Subcommittee Hearing

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) attended the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources hearing titled: “Assessing Domestic Offshore Energy Reserves & Ensuring U.S. Energy Dominance.”During the hearing, Rep. Rosendale criticized President Biden's energy policies and the approach of the radical left towards traditional fuel sources. He highlighted the reliance of the nation's power grids on baseload energy sources and emphasized the importance of offshore production for a strong American future.Rosendale expressed...

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lewis and Clark County in week ending Mar. 16?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Lewis and Clark County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

Montana leaders celebrate Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month at Capitol event

Governor Greg Gianforte and key stakeholders gathered at the Capitol Rotunda to celebrate Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.

Rep. Rosendale Releases Statement Against Upcoming Reckless Spending Package and Urges Colleagues to Do the Same

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) voiced his opposition to the upcoming Minibus spending package in a firm statement, aligning himself with the House Freedom Caucus to urge his fellow House members to reject the measure.Rep. Rosendale conveyed his strong stance by stating, "As expected, the D.C. Cartel is once again attempting to force another Minibus spending package that does nothing to rein in wasteful spending and secure our border, which is why I will strongly oppose it." He emphasized that the package fails to address critical issues such...

Rep. Rosendale Celebrates National Ag Day

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) released a statement in celebration of National Ag Day.“Today and every day, we recognize farmers and ranchers across the Treasure State who work tirelessly to feed and fuel our country,” said Rep. Rosendale. “It is an honor to represent and fight for thousands of Montana agricultural producers here in Washington, D.C. Happy National Ag Day!”

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lewis and Clark County in week ending Mar. 16?