Sen. Steve Daines (R-Mont.)
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Recent News About Sen. Steve Daines (R-Mont.)
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Daines Takes on Biden Administration For Downplaying Effects of Indefinite Pause to LNG Exports
U.S. Senator Steve Daines criticized Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm during a Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing for downplaying the Biden administration’s indefinite pause on liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports and its radical plans to phase out fossil fuels.Daines expressed concerns about the lack of clarity on when the pause on LNG exports will be lifted, highlighting the impact on job creation and the economy. He also raised geopolitical implications, noting the weaponization of natural gas by other countries.In response to Daines'...
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Daines Statement on Iran’s Unprecedented Direct Attack Against Israel
U.S. Senator Steve Daines issued a strong statement condemning Iran's direct attack against Israel. Daines expressed his gratitude towards those who defended Israel and emphasized the need for action in response to the situation.Daines criticized President Biden's approach towards Iran, citing a series of actions that he believes have projected weakness against the Iranian regime. He highlighted the reversal of President Trump's policy, attempts at a prisoner swap, and the expiration of UN sanctions on Iran's weapons that were used against Israel.The Senator also...
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Daines Demands Transparency, Accountability, Calls on Schumer to Hold Full Impeachment Trial for Secretary Mayorkas
U.S. Senator Steve Daines has joined his colleagues in pushing for transparency and accountability in the Senate proceedings regarding the impeachment of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. In a letter addressed to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, the Senators emphasized the importance of upholding the constitutional duty to hold a trial for Secretary Mayorkas, who has been impeached by the House of Representatives."The House of Representatives has considered this evidence and impeached Secretary Mayorkas. Our constitutional duty...
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Daines Blasts Biden Administration Oil and Gas Regulations
U.S. Senator Steve Daines issued a scathing statement today criticizing the Biden administration's new regulation on oil and gas leasing on federal lands. Daines expressed his concerns about the economic and energy policies implemented by President Biden, attributing them to the highest inflation the country has seen in 40 years. He stated, "President Biden’s economic and energy policies led to the highest inflation our country has seen in 40 years and as we saw this week, high prices of energy, food and shelter show no signs of letting up. Instead of changing its approach...
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Daines Leads Opposition to Biden Administration’s Attempt to Increase Regulation on Montana Oil Production
U.S. Senator Steve Daines spoke out against the Biden Administration's proposed regulations on Montana oil production, warning that they would lead to increased prices for both producers and consumers in the state. Daines stated, "President Biden will stop at nothing to appease the far-Left environmental groups who want to shut down domestic energy production, and the results are devastating to Montana’s small energy producers. We must put a stop to Biden’s heavy-handed regulations that are bad for our pocketbooks, America’s energy security and our national security."...
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Daines Lauds Delivery Date for New C-130J Fleet to Malmstrom
U.S. Senator Steve Daines announced today that the 120th Airlift Wing in Great Falls will start to receive the new C-130J model Super Hercules cargo aircraft in 2026. The announcement follows years of Daines advocating for Montana to serve as the home to one of the military’s newest aircraft. Daines paid special tribute to the leadership of Governor Greg Gianforte and Major General J. Peter Hronek, Adjutant General of the Montana National Guard for playing a critical role in the decision."This is great news for Malmstrom, Great Falls and all of Montana," said Daines. "The...
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Daines Highlights Devastating Impact of Substance Abuse, Seeks Treatment Solutions at Roundtable
U.S. Senator Steve Daines, Ranking Member of the Senate Finance Health Care Subcommittee, addressed the devastating impact of substance abuse and the opioid epidemic during a roundtable discussion aimed at exploring treatment solutions. Daines emphasized the urgency of the issue, stating, "Today’s topic is arguably one of the most relevant and maybe the most urgent issue facing our country. Substance use disorders continue to rise at alarming rates and the opioid crisis has reached epidemic proportions in the U.S. Congress has made incremental steps to expand access to...
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Daines Tech Bills One Step Closer to Becoming Law
U.S. SENATE – Today two of U.S. Senator Steve Daines’ bipartisan bills passed out of the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Government Affairs. Daines’ “Multi-Cloud Innovation and Advancement Act” modernizes and streamlines the adoption of cloud computing technology in federal agencies, while his “BEST Technology for the Homeland Act” reauthorizes the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to extend its use of a procurement tool for acquiring leading-edge technology."Ensuring our federal government has access to the latest cutting-edge technology helps bolster our...
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Senator Daines Criticizes Biden Administration's Green Mandates
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Steve Daines criticized the Biden administration's climate-driven mandates during a press conference, stating, “That’s Not Really How It Works, Mr. President.”Daines expressed his concerns about the administration's push for electric vehicles and heavy-duty trucks, highlighting the impracticality of mandating their use. He emphasized his support for electric vehicles as technology but criticized the government's imposition of mandates, stating, “I don’t have a problem with electric vehicles. Amazing technology. My problem is when the...
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Daines Criticizes CFPB Rule on Credit Card Fees
Senator Steve Daines has spoken out against the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's rule capping credit card late penalties. In a statement, Daines expressed his concerns, stating, "During a time when inflation is already at a record high thanks to the Biden Administration, this rule from the CFPB doesn’t help ease the financial strain on Montana families. It’s a politically motivated scheme that will only raise interest rates for low-income credit card users and responsible borrowers."The measure introduced aims to overturn the CFPB's rule, with the Congressional...
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Daines Calls for Full Impeachment Hearing on Secretary Mayorkas on Fox News’ Your World with Neil Cavuto
U.S. Senator Steve Daines has called for a full impeachment trial of Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas. In an interview on Fox News' Your World with Neil Cavuto, Daines emphasized the need for accountability and transparency regarding Mayorkas' actions at the southern border.Daines expressed his concern over the impeachment process, stating, "I’m not surprised, first of all, that Chuck Schumer was hoping those articles would come to the Senate this week on a Thursday afternoon so they could get buried for the weekend. The Democrats don’t want to talk about...
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Daines Blasts Biden EPA Mandate Forcing Heavy Duty Truckers to go Electric
U.S. Senator Steve Daines criticized the Biden EPA's mandate to push heavy duty truckers towards electric vehicles. Daines expressed strong opposition to the mandate, stating, "The Biden administration apparently wasn’t satisfied that its climate-driven tailpipe emissions mandate a little more than a week ago wouldn’t hurt working families in Montana and across the country enough, now it wants us to believe that building electric heavy duty trucks is the answer to fulfilling its green dream." Daines further added, “Make no mistake: this is climate fantasy at its finest....
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Daines, Tester Introduce Resolution Recognizing National Asbestos Awareness Week
U.S. Senators Steve Daines and Jon Tester have introduced a bipartisan resolution to declare April 1-7 as the 19th annual National Asbestos Awareness Week. The resolution aims to raise awareness of the ongoing effects of asbestos and directs the U.S. Surgeon General to issue a warning to all Americans about the dangers of asbestos exposure."Too many Montanans have suffered from asbestos exposure and the related health impacts that can take years to appear. As we continue to raise awareness around the risks of asbestos, we also must continue to help clean up communities...
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Daines Introduces Legislation to Improve Care for Seniors
U.S. Senator Steve Daines has introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at enhancing access to orthotics and prosthetics for seniors in Medicare. The proposed legislation, known as the “Medicare Orthotics and Prosthetics Patient-Centered Care Act,” seeks to address issues related to fraud, expand access to necessary care, and ultimately save significant resources within the Medicare program.In a statement, Senator Daines highlighted the importance of the bill, stating, "Many Montana seniors rely on orthopedic braces or prosthetics but unfortunately the potential for abuse...
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Daines Opposes Latest Wasteful Washington Spending Bill
U.S. Senator Steve Daines has voiced his opposition to the latest spending package in Washington, criticizing it for its excessive earmarks and failure to address border security issues. In a statement, Daines expressed his disappointment with the bill, stating, "For the second time in a month, Washington is failing Montanans and the American people by passing yet another out-of-control spending bill that does nothing to restore much-needed sanity to our budget process."Daines highlighted his concerns about the wasteful spending habits in Congress, particularly pointing...
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U.S. Senator Introduces Bill to Prevent Loss of Cell Service in Montana's Rural Communities
U.S. Senator Steve Daines has introduced the “Supporting National Security with Spectrum Act” to address the pressing issue of ensuring the security and reliability of wireless communications systems in rural communities. Daines emphasized the critical need for full funding of the “Rip and Replace” program to remove Chinese components from these systems, warning of potential service blackouts and company closures if the program is not adequately supported.“Rural providers must have the resources and ability to remove compromised equipment, and without it, there is a...
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Daines Introduces Bill to Prevent Loss of Cell Service in Many of Montana’s Rural Communities
U.S. Senator Steve Daines has introduced the “Supporting National Security with Spectrum Act” in a bid to prevent the potential loss of cell service in many of Montana’s rural communities. The bill aims to fully fund the “Rip and Replace” program, which is crucial for removing Chinese components from wireless communications systems.Speaking on the importance of the bill, Senator Daines emphasized the critical need for resources to remove compromised equipment, highlighting the national security risks involved. He stated, "Rural providers must have the resources and...
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Daines to Yellen: Biden Administration’s Economic Policies Harming American Workers, Companies and Families
U.S. Senator Steve Daines strongly criticized Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and the Biden administration's economic policies during a Senate Finance Committee hearing. Daines expressed his concerns about the detrimental effects of the administration's actions on American workers, companies, and families.Daines began by pointing out the discrepancy between the administration's promises and actions, stating, "My observation has been that the Administration has a pattern of saying one thing and doing something else, and that’s creating harm for Montanans." He highlighted...
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Senator Daines Criticizes Biden and Senate Democrats for Prioritizing EV Charging Stations Over National Security
U.S. Senator Steve Daines voiced strong criticism towards President Biden and Senate Democrats during a recent Republican Senate Leadership press conference. Daines expressed his concerns regarding the prioritization of installing electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at the southern border over national security measures.Daines highlighted the perceived misplaced priorities, stating, "The thing I have observed over the last couple of weeks is that President Biden, the Democratic allies in Congress, they care more about installing EV charging stations at the border than...
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Senator Daines Criticizes Biden Administration's Latest EPA Mandate on Electric Vehicles
U.S. Senator Steve Daines has strongly criticized the Biden administration's latest EPA mandate on electric vehicles. In a statement issued today, Senator Daines expressed his concerns about the new rule on tailpipe emissions, which will require more production of electric vehicles.According to Senator Daines, the administration's move represents an attempt to push its green agenda into all aspects of American life. He highlighted the impact this mandate could have on working families, particularly in Montana and across the country. Daines warned that the increased...