Steve Daines

It is our second fatality in two weeks in Montana of firefighters.

We also need to recognize wildland firefighters for what they do and give injured firefighters flexibility in the retirement compensation.

This is infuriating.

We do need to address how we fund and prepare communities for wildfires.

We need to get to the heart of the discussion and showcase the value of collaboration, this cross-boundary work.

I have listened to some of my colleagues from across the aisle decry our desire to repeal and replace ObamaCare. Yes, I do want to repeal and replace ObamaCare. Why? Why are we doing this? Repealing and replacing ObamaCare is a means to an…

For those who are watching and observing, it is H.R. 676. There are 115 Democratic cosponsors on that bill as we speak.

As the chairman, the Senator from Kansas, just mentioned, I believe that Montanans and the American people deserve to see us debate different ideas. That is why I brought this amendment to the floor today. Earlier today, a couple of hours…

It is the Conyers' bill. I did not write this amendment-- this bill--that I am offering. We cut and pasted the precise text and are bringing it over here and offering it today.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I agree with you. That is what I am planning to do today. I ask unanimous consent for an additional 6 minutes of debate equally divided between the managers or their designees. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there…

In preparing this and in reading this bill, for those who want to see the heart and soul--the vision--of the Democrats, they can be found in this first paragraph of the bill. In fact, I will read it. ``The bill establishes the…

the CFTC's role in ensuring that agricultural derivative markets are priced fairly, I have heard a lot of concerns from these producers out in Montana that sometimes wonder if it is a casino anymore versus just working back on the…

When I am asked what is the largest industry in Montana, it is an easy answer. It is agriculture.

Karen from Missoula County wrote to me about how her daughter can't afford to buy insurance. ObamaCare imposes a tax penalty on Americans who don't buy insurance. In fact, in 2014 and 2015 alone, they collected over $5 billion in fines. It…

We want to make sure that agriculture derivatives, the markets are priced fairly, they are priced efficiently, and ensure they are free of collusion.

So the impact on the outdoor economy would also be factored into your calculus?

This is Senator Tester's Yellowstone Gateway Protection Act.

It is important to me that in any major land decision like this one the local community stands firmly behind it.

The views of the local community are very important in any land use decision.

The opposition to mining in the Paradise Valley contrasts to support for mines we have in other parts of our state.

I am committed to working with Senator Tester and local stakeholders on this important piece of legislation.

This legislation is important as it would protect an area in Montana that we call Paradise Valley.

Think about who put President Trump in the White House. It was hardworking American people fighting day to day where the month is often longer than the paycheck, and that includes our farmers and our ranchers.

Nothing is more iconic of self-defeating policy than our Tax Code.

as I speak, wildfires are blazing across Montana. In fact, as of this moment, we have 21 active fires, with just about 300,000 acres burned, which has turned our big sky into gray smoke. In fact, the Lodgepole fire in Eastern Montana alone…