Competing for the dumbest bill, Sen. Jeremy Trebas (R-Grapenuts) introduced SB 206. It would prohibit Montana cities from restricting cell phone use while driving.

Competing for the dumbest bill, Sen. Jeremy Trebas (R-Grapenuts) introduced SB 206. It would prohibit Montana cities from restricting cell phone use while driving.

Rep. Paul Fielder’s HB 172 proposes to clutter up the Montana Constitution with unnecessary and nefarious language about the right to “hunt, fish, and trap.” It’s the ‘trap’ part that’s an underhanded move.


Republicans have introduced seven bills to hamper local control on important issues. And yes, three of the bills deal with subdivision review.

Rep. Bob Phalen (R-Loopy) wants to impose criminal penalties on librarians and teachers who fail to adequately hide “obscene” material from children.

Rising in support of the new Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government, Ryan Zinke demonstrated his profound grasp of reality.

Gov. Gianforte’s proposed budget for nursing homes falls short of recommended rates in a study by his own administration.

Sen. Theresa Manzella (R-Hackjob) and her right-wing wacko pals announced this freak show during the first week of the legislative session.

Leading up to the 2023 session, GOP legislators have so far submitted 47 proposals to amend the Montana Constitution.

Corey Stapleton, Montana’s one-term ex-Secretary of State, has announced his candidacy.
