Statements and posts
24 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Daines Talks U.S.-China Relations at Nixon Foundation’s Grand Strategy Summit
Spoke at Nixon Foundation summit on U.S.-China relations and his experience in China.
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Announced passage of Floodplain Enhancement and Recovery Act in Senate.
“This is huge news for Montana. Critical ecosystem restoration projects across our state have been abandoned due to FEMA’s onerous and costly ‘No Rise’ rule. This commonsense, bipartisan bill will reduce unnecessary burdens on important conservation and restoration work, while continuing to keep our communities safe…”
Floodplain Enhancement and Recovery ActEnvironmental ProtectionAI-read
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Introduced resolution celebrating 50th anniversary of Hyde Amendment.
“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I set you apart.”
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Opposed Senate Democratic resolution criticizing Israel, defended security aid.
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Passed bipartisan resolution commemorating 35 years of independence for five Central Asian nations.
“In the 35 years since Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan gained independence from the Soviet Union, we’ve made substantial progress in deepening our relationships and working towards our mutual goals, including increased trade and national security. I am thrilled to see my resolution…”
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Daines, Downing Bill Protecting Rural Water Infrastructure Signed by President Trump, Officially Law
Announced Fort Peck Reservation Rural Water System Act signed into law by President Trump.
“This is a major win for the Treasure State. Montanans should never have to worry about whether or not their water is safe to drink. Now that President Trump has signed our bill into law, we’ll be able to continue critical construction on water infrastructure on the Fort Peck reservation and throughout the northeast…”
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Mentions H.R. 7250
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Daines’ Bill Ensuring Clean Water for Crow Tribe Passes U.S. Senate, Heads to President’s Desk
Announced passage of bill ensuring clean water and hydropower for Crow Tribe.
“This bill is a necessity for the Crow Tribe and surrounding communities and will ensure the tribe has the resources they need to deliver safe, reliable access to clean water to the reservation and complete a hydropower project to bring new baseload generation to the region. I’m grateful for Representative Downing’s…”
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Mentions S. 240
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Daines Reacts to Historic Trump-Xi Summit at the White House Ahead of Attending State Dinner
Discussed outcomes of Trump-Xi summit and U.S.-China competition in AI and technology.
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Joined Special Envoy Witkoff at UN event to discuss peace efforts in Central Asia and South Caucasus.
“Cindy, these are really special relationships. These are leaders who want to foster this relationship with the United States and there’s trust building at this moment.”
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Daines Previews Xi Summit on Fox News: “We Want to See Strategic Stability”
Discussed Xi Jinping's U.S. visit on Fox News, emphasizing need for strategic stability with China.
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Daines, Cantwell Urge CMS to Protect Organ Donation Services, Recertify LifeCenter Northwest
Urged CMS to support recertification of LifeCenter Northwest organ procurement organization.
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Daines Urges Colleagues to Support Clean Water Infrastructure in Montana
Urged support for bill authorizing clean water infrastructure in eastern Montana.
“These samples aren’t from third-world countries. They’re coming out of faucets in Montana”
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Daines on Fox Business: “We Cannot Slow Down in the Race Against China”
Discussed diesel fuel prices and AI competition with China on Fox Business.
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Bill reauthorizing Fort Peck Reservation Rural Water System passed Senate, heading to president.
“This is huge news for northeast Montana! Access to safe and reliable water infrastructure is an absolute necessity, and reauthorizing the Fort Peck Reservation Rural Water System Act will help provide clean water for Montana communities. Thank you Representative Downing for your work to get this through the U.S. House-…”
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Bipartisan hydropower licensing bill passed Senate, heading to president for signature.
“This is a huge win for Montana and the entire country. Hydropower is an affordable, reliable source of baseload power that is necessary to meet the growing demand for U.S. energy. This bill will help shed light on much-needed reforms to improve the licensing process and reduce the permitting backlog, and I’m glad to…”
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Daines to FDA: Protect Women’s Health, Release Safety Review of Abortion Pill
Daines questioned HHS nominee on FDA safety review of mifepristone abortion pill.
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Daines on Fox News: “We Need to Be Gold Medalists in the AI Race”
Daines stated U.S. must win the AI race against China and avoid slowing AI development.
“The complexity of AI far exceeds the capacity of the government to understand and regulate it”
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ICYMI: Daines Commemorates 35 Years of Uzbekistan’s Independence
U.S. Senator Steve Daines commemorated the 35th Anniversary of the Independence of Uzbekistan—read his interview with the Dunyo IA HERE.
“Thanks to the leadership of President Mirziyoyev, Uzbekistan has seen notable transformation over the past decade in several key areas: economic growth, strengthened relations with key international allies, and an increased standard of living. These reforms have helped position Uzbekistan as a more open and…”
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On the Park Service’s 110th Birthday, Daines, King Lead Resolution Celebrating National Park Week
U.S. Senators Steve Daines (R-Mont.) and Angus King (I-Maine) today announced the passage of their resolution celebrating the week of August 22nd through August 30th, 2026 as “National Park Week.”
“America’s national parks are true national treasures worth protecting. I’m thrilled to commemorate this week as National Park Week with Senator King. These parks are America’s crown jewels, and we will cherish them for generations to come.”
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U.S. Senator Steve Daines penned an op-ed in the Washington Examiner with Marcia Argust of the Pew Charitable Trusts about his bill the “America the Beautiful Act”—read it in the Washington Examiner HERE.
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Daines, Clyde Lead Letter Urging DOJ to Protect Second Amendment Rights, Apply Ruling Nationwide
U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-Mont.) and Representative Andrew Clyde (GA-09) today sent a letter to Attorney General Todd Blanche following a decision by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas that struck down the…
“Gun Owners of America worked with Congress and President Trump to eliminate the National Firearms Act tax on suppressors and short barrels—teeing up our constitutional challenge. The court just confirmed what everyone already knew: $0 taxes are invalid and the NFA is unconstitutional! GOA is grateful to Representative…”
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U.S. Senator Steve Daines today released the below statement congratulating Chris Anderson on his confirmation by the U.S. Senate to become the next U.S. Ambassador to Cambodia.
“Cindy and I congratulate Chris on his confirmation by the U.S. Senate to serve as the next U.S. Ambassador to Cambodia. Chris is exceedingly well-qualified and has an extensive background in foreign relations. He has served as my National Security Advisor for the past four years, so his confirmation today is especially…”
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Daines, Sheehy Bill to Support Crow Tribe and Montana Miners Passes Senate Indian Affairs Committee
U.S. Senators Steve Daines and Tim Sheehy today announced their bill, the “Crow Revenue Act,” passed the Senate Indian Affairs Committee.
“The Crow Revenue Act is a huge win for the Crow Tribe, Roundup and the surrounding communities. This bill helps the Tribe receive new revenue, supports our miners, and keeps the Roundup community’s economy thriving. I’m thrilled to see that it passed committee and is one step closer to becoming law.”
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Daines Led Provision in Working Families Tax Cut to Eliminate NFA Excise Tax WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today applauded a decision by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas that struck down the National…
“Today’s decision is a victory for the Second Amendment. Eliminating the NFA excise tax on suppressors, short-barreled rifles, and short-barreled shotguns was one of my biggest priorities in the Working Families Tax Cuts that President Trump signed into law last year. I’m glad to see the courts strike down the remaining…”