Southwest Montana News

In a recent announcement, the Biden Administration revealed plans to allocate $13 million to seven Montana school districts for the purchase of 41 electric school buses. However, this decision has been met with strong criticism from Rep. Rosendale, who argues that it is a wasteful expenditure that adds to the burden of national debt.

Describing it as part of President Biden's "Green New Failure agenda," Rep. Rosendale asserts that this move is detrimental to both taxpayers and the fossil fuel industry. He questions the practicality of using electric school buses in the harsh Montana winters, suggesting that this is a decision that will ultimately burden the state's residents.

Rep. Rosendale's words reflect the concerns of those who believe that the Biden Administration's focus on green initiatives comes at the expense of the economy and domestic energy production. The congressman highlights the staggering national debt, which recently surpassed $34 trillion, as evidence of the administration's misplaced priorities.

The grant for electric school buses is seen by critics as just another example of wasteful spending that aligns with the broader Green New Deal agenda. This agenda has been heavily criticized for its impact on economic growth and the livelihoods of those working in the energy sector.

As the debate around green initiatives and their cost continues, it remains to be seen how this spending decision will impact Montana's school districts and their ability to navigate the challenges of a winter climate.