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State Tipoffs Involving Montana Newsletter for Sunday March 31, 2024 ( 13 items )  

'Jacket Giving Day at MSU Billings Nets Over $115K to Support Students
BILLINGS, Montana, March 29 -- Montana State University-Billings issued the following news: By Shiloh Skillen-Robison, MARCOM ops manager of University Communications & Marketing The sixth annual 'Jacket Giving Day at Montana State University Billings was one of the most successful since the event's inaugural year in 2018. Sponsored by the MSU Billings Foundation & Alumni, this year's annual day of giving was spread out over 1,927 minutes in honor of the university's founding year of 1927 and  more

DSCC and MT Dems Applaud Montana Supreme Court Decision Striking Down Four Voter Suppression Laws
WASHINGTON, March 28 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee issued the following news release on March 27, 2024: In a victory for Montana voters, the Montana Supreme Court struck down four voter suppression laws. The decision upholds a lower court ruling, protecting Election Day registration and ensuring young voters, Native American voters, and voters with disabilities don't face unconstitutional restrictions. "Today's decision reaffirms Montanans' constitutional right to participate  more

KU Law Competition Teams Repeat as National Champions
LAWRENCE, Kansas, March 27 -- The University of Kansas issued the following news: In 2023, University of Kansas School of Law teams were top performers during the National Native American Law Students Association (NNALSA) Moot Court Competition and the UCLA Transactional Law Meet. This year, they saw continued success with back-to-back wins. For the fourth consecutive year, a KU Law team won first place at the NNALSA Moot Court Competition on Feb. 23-24 at the University of Montana. The comp  more

Mont. Gov. Gianforte Celebrates New Law to Boost Teacher Workforce Applauds Montana Board of Public Education
HELENA, Montana, March 27 -- Gov. Greg Gianforte, R-Montana, issued the following news release on March 26, 2024: Today, Governor Gianforte celebrated a new law to strengthen Montana's teacher workforce and reduce red tape to increase the number of teachers in the classroom. "Streamlining educator licensing helps us to get more qualified teachers in the classroom and ensure every child reaches their full potential," Gov. Gianforte said. "Working together, we're cutting burdensome red tape to c  more

Mont. Gov. Gianforte Cuts Ribbon on First Amazon Facility in Montana
MISSOULA, Montana, March 28 -- Gov. Greg Gianforte, R-Montana, issued the following news release on March 27, 2024: Today in Missoula, Governor Greg Gianforte cut the ribbon on the first Amazon facility in Montana. Representing Amazon's first major investment in the state, the new delivery station created more than 100 jobs. "Montana is stronger when companies like Amazon choose to invest in our people and our state," Gov. Gianforte said. "I'm thrilled to welcome this investment that provides   more

Mont. Gov. Gianforte Secures Federal Approval of Digital Opportunity Plan
HELENA, Montana, March 27 -- Gov. Greg Gianforte, R-Montana, issued the following news release on March 26, 2024: Today, Governor Gianforte announced the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) approved the state's plan to address disparities in digital access, skills, and affordability in Montana. "Lack of broadband access shouldn't stand between Montanans and opportunities for a good-paying job, greater education, and affordable, high-quality health care," Gov. Gian  more

Montana Democratic Party: Breaking - Tim Sheehy Calls to Defund the DHS
HELENA, Montana, March 28 -- The Montana Democratic Party issued the following news release: Breaking new reporting from Axios revealed that Tim Sheehy has repeatedly called for defunding the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Sheehy's position is revealed even as "Republican leaders in Congress this week touted the increased funding to DHS for border enforcement and security as part of a long-awaited government funding agreement." Read more below: Axios: Scoop: GOP candidate wants to ax   more

Montana Democratic Party: DSCC and MT Dems Applaud Montana Supreme Court Decision Striking Down Four Voter Suppression Laws
HELENA, Montana, March 28 -- The Montana Democratic Party issued the following news release on March 27, 2024: In a victory for Montana voters, the Montana Supreme Court struck down four voter suppression laws. The decision upholds a lower court ruling, protecting Election Day registration and ensuring young voters, Native American voters, and voters with disabilities don't face unconstitutional restrictions. "Today's decision reaffirms Montanans' constitutional right to participate in our dem  more

Montana Democratic Party: Missoula Mayor, OBGYN, & Montana Family Call Out Sheehy for Refusing to Back IVF Protections
HELENA, Montana, March 26 -- The Montana Democratic Party issued the following news release on March 25, 2024: Today, Montanans called out Tim Sheehy for his refusal to support federal IVF protections on the heels of Senate Republicans blocking legislation and Sheehy's own endorsers voicing support for the Alabama ruling that put IVF treatment in jeopardy. Missoula Mayor Andrea Davis, Missoula OBGYN Dr. Leah Miller, and Kiersten and CeeJay, Montanans who started their family with IVF treatment  more

Montana State University Billings Names Susan Gilbertz as Dean of the College of Business
BILLINGS, Montana, March 27 -- Montana State University-Billings issued the following news: Montana State University Billings has selected Susan Gilbertz, Ph.D. as the Dean of the College of Business, effective July 1, 2024. Gilbertz has served as Interim Dean since July 1, 2023, and for the prior two years as Interim Associate Dean. "Dr. Gilbertz's service in these roles demonstrates a deep commitment to the College's students, faculty, staff, community partners and stakeholders," said Provos  more

MSU Billings to Hold 54th Annual Powwow
BILLINGS, Montana, March 28 -- Montana State University-Billings issued the following news: Montana State University Billings is pleased to announce that the 54th Annual MSU Billings Powwow will take place on April 5 & 6 in Alterowitz Gym on the University campus. The Powwow grand entry begins on Friday, April 5, at 7 p.m. and will continue Saturday, April 6, at noon and 6 p.m. The Powwow host drum is Blackfoot Confederacy from Canada, Master of Ceremonies is Charles Moran of MHA Nation, and A  more

MSU Billings, Rocky Mountain College Students Place Third in American Indigenous Business Leaders Business Plan Competition
BILLINGS, Montana, March 29 -- Montana State University-Billings issued the following news: By Shiloh Skillen-Robison, MARCOM ops manager of University Communications & Marketing Montana State University Billings and Rocky Mountain College students recently placed third in their category in the American Indigenous Business Leaders Business Plan Competition. The competition took place during the annual AIBL National Conference earlier this month. The competition revolves around developing a sm  more

Today In Missoula: Doctors, Families, and Missoula Mayor to Hold Press Conference Urging Tim Sheehy to Protect IVF
HELENA, Montana, March 26 -- The Montana Democratic Party issued the following news release on March 25, 2024: Today, March 25th, at 2:00 P.M. in Missoula, Mayor Andrea Davis, doctors, and Montanans who started their family with IVF treatment will hold a press conference calling out Tim Sheehy's refusal to support federal protections for IVF treatment. Sheehy refused to support federal IVF treatment protections when asked by press and Montanans, dismissing concerns from Montana families. Last   more