Big Sky Lede: Legislature shows division and consensus in week 4

More than 100 camouflage-clad hunters gathered for “Elk Camp at the Capitol” Tuesday as speakers pushed a message of collaboration despite often sizeable differences in policy. 

Will fish and wildlife issues again be some of the most hotly debated issues of this session, or will the 68th Legislature be marked by more consensus-building and agreement for a state known for its natural resources and wildlife?

Hamilton Sen. Theresa Manzella, who chairs the Montana Freedom Caucus, said Thursday’s event was “all about” trying to get the group’s message out. 

A rundown of key bills and proposals moving through the legislative process in Helena.

Senate Bill 61 would clarify that interference with an election official or election worker is considered obstruction of a public servant under state law.

Gov. Greg Gianforte struck a triumphant tone in his second State of the State address to the Legislature on Wednesday night.

Kassmier advocated for the bill to offer a $1,200 annual tax credit to families with children under the age of six and an adjusted gross income of $50,000 or less.

From a resolution on the state's proposed new House and Senate district maps to bills related to elections, here's a wrap-up of what's moving through the Montana Legislature.

Senate Bill 112 would give pharmacists the ability to prescribe what bill sponsor Sen. Tom McGillvray said was a narrow scope of medications.

The balance of rights for landlords and renters has long come with an inherent tension.

Just shy of 100 people spoke in opposition of the legislation from Sen. John Fuller, R-Kalispell, while nearly 45 people supported it.