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Steve Daines

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Steve Daines is a United States Senator from Montana, representing the Republican Party. He was first elected to the Senate in 2014 and has since focused on issues such as healthcare, tax reform, and public land management. Daines has been an advocate for conservative policies, including opposition to federal funding for abortion and a strict stance on immigration. He has also emphasized the importance of supporting small businesses and economic growth in Montana.

Quotes by year · 2014–2026163 total · peak 2023 (110)
2014: 5 quotes2023: 110 quotes2024: 9 quotes2025: 3 quotes2026: 36 quotes

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  1. Importing foreign beef is only going to hurt our ranchers and increase prices over the long-term.2 sources2026idahocapitalsun.com
Oct 7, 2026

Without a Republican majority, President Trump will not be able to move his Supreme Court nominee through, and that's a nominee that'll be on the bench for 25 years.

foxnews.com
Oct 7, 2026

I think the key over the next 34 days is bringing home Republicans. And I think it's important to remind some of these Republicans who are not energized yet that the Supreme Court's on the ballot.

foxnews.com
Oct 6, 2026

I can see where Florida likes it for tee times at certain times of the year, but it doesn’t work so well for moms and dads putting kids on buses when the sunrise in Western Montana wouldn’t be till 9:30 in the morning.

foxnews.com
Oct 4, 2026

The answer is not to retreat. The answer is to stay engaged

scmp.com
Sep 30, 2026

I was thrilled at the EPA’s announcement, adding that I believe it will save millions of dollars and provide much-needed jobs for Americans.

dailymontanan.com
Sep 25, 2026

This relationship is too big to fail, and it's only appropriate that President Trump and his team extends respect to Xi Jinping.

foxnews.com
Sep 24, 2026

Montanans deserve access to top-quality health care, no matter where they live. Oftentimes, our rural communities face challenges in delivering that care- that’s why I’m proud to work with Senator Hoeven to extend the Frontier Community…

hoeven.senate.gov
Sep 23, 2026

We support performance evaluation frameworks grounded in sound, evidence-based measures. However, we are concerned that CMS’s current OPO evaluation methodology does not adequately account for the unique circumstances and operational…

cantwell.senate.gov
Aug 29, 2026

America’s national parks are true national treasures worth protecting,

dailymontanan.com
Aug 29, 2026

Our judicial system was designed to be deliberative but not completely obstructive. The 9th Circuit Court faces a significant backlog that hinders the administration of justice throughout the West. Montanans deserve better. I’m proud to…

cruz.senate.gov
Aug 26, 2026

Importing foreign beef is only going to hurt our ranchers and increase prices over the long-term.

idahocapitalsun.com
Aug 20, 2026

I think he's a very important voice here, because in midterm elections, it's about turning out your base.

foxnews.com
Aug 20, 2026

We're seeing the Democrats are just running so far to the left that it's frightening where the center of gravity is now a Democrat Party.

foxnews.com
Aug 9, 2026

Imposing stronger sanctions on Russia will ensure America remains strong on the world stage and will help bring an end to Putin’s unjust war against Ukraine.

ernst.senate.gov
Aug 1, 2026

It’s critical that taxpayer dollars are never used to experiment on our children. Gender-transition procedures are irreversible, potentially life-threatening, and a form of child abuse.

cruz.senate.gov
Jun 26, 2026

The pro-life movement was given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help promote a culture of life.

dailymontanan.com
Jun 26, 2026

Four years ago today was a pivotal moment in our nation’s history– the overturn of Roe v. Wade. Since that day, countless unborn lives have been saved, but there remains more work to be done, especially as pro-choice advocates push to…

dailymontanan.com
Jun 25, 2026

I’m honored to pass this resolution to commemorate its 150th anniversary and honor all the soldiers, scouts, civilians, and warriors who died at the battle.

dailymontanan.com
Jun 25, 2026

The Battle of Little Bighorn is one of the most significant battles in Montana’s history. I’m honored to pass this resolution to commemorate its 150th anniversary and honor all the soldiers, scouts, civilians, and warriors who died at the…

dailymontanan.com
Jun 25, 2026

As we look forward to America’s 250th anniversary, what better way to celebrate our national parks, the crown jewels of America, than by signing America the Beautiful into law?

dailymontanan.com
Jun 24, 2026

Well, I think getting the reflecting pool looking beautiful again is a good thing.

thebulwark.com

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