DOWNING BILL TO EXTEND FORT PECK RURAL WATER SYSTEM AUTHORIZATION PASSES HOUSE NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE

Passed bill extending Fort Peck Rural Water System authorization through 2028.

“Reliable access to clean water is critical for families, ranchers, farmers, and tribal communities across northeastern Montana”

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Downing, Daines, Sheehy Introduce Bill to Provide Clean Water to Eastern Montana, Authorize Construction of Dry-Redwater Rural Water System

Introduced bill to authorize construction of Dry-Redwater rural water system in eastern Montana.

“Access to clean and reliable water is essential for Montana families, ranchers, farmers, and rural communities. Eastern Montana has dealt with poor water quality for far too long, and this project would deliver the long-term infrastructure needed to support our communities across the region.”

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DOWNING INTRODUCES PARTNERS ACT TO GRANT STATES ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITY OVER MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLANS

Introduced PARTNERS Act to grant states enforcement authority over Medicare Advantage plans.

“States should not be forced to sit on the sidelines when it comes to enforcing standards for Medicare Advantage plans”

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Downing Introduces the Accelerating Forest Management Act

Introduced legislation to streamline environmental reviews for timber salvage projects on federal lands.

“Montanans know firsthand the devastation catastrophic wildfires can bring to our communities, forests, and economy”

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Downing Honors Larry Mayer as April “Montana Innovator”

Honored photojournalist Larry Mayer as Montana's April Innovator.

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Downing, Daines, Sheehy, and Zinke Send Letter to Bureau of Reclamation Requesting Funds to Repair St. Mary Diversion Dam and Canal

Requested Bureau of Reclamation funding for St. Mary Diversion Dam and Canal repairs in Montana.

“construction and associated activities that restore or increase the capacity or use of existing conveyance facilities constructed by the Bureau of Reclamation.”

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ICYMI: Downing, Daines, Sheehy Send Letter to USPS Urging the Reopening of the Baker Post Office

Sent letter to USPS urging reopening of Baker Post Office.

“…Rural Montanans rely upon the USPS for the timely delivery of essential items, including prescriptions, jury summons, bills, and other correspondence critical to small businesses and keeping families connected.”

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Downing Honors Lesley Robinson as March “Montana Innovator”

Recognized Lesley Robinson as Montana's March Innovator for agricultural leadership.

“It is my honor to recognize her this March alongside 11 other individuals who represent everything that it means to be a Montanan.”

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Downing Introduces Native American Housing and Self-Determination Modernization Act

Introduced bill modernizing and reauthorizing Native American housing assistance through 2032.

“Homeownership is the foundation of the American dream–that doesn’t stop with Americans in our tribal communities”

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Downing Appointed to House Committee on Natural Resources

Appointed to House Committee on Natural Resources to oversee energy, mining, and public lands.

“Montana is blessed with vast natural resources, and Representative Downing will be a key ally in unleashing American energy dominance to lower costs for American families and conserving our public lands.”

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Downing Statement on Zinke Retirement

Praised retiring Congressman Ryan Zinke's 30 years of service to Montana.

“For over 30 years, Commander Zinke has served his country with integrity, responsibility, and honor”

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Downing Honors Baron Stroop as February “Montana Innovator”

Honored Baron Stroop as Montana's February Innovator for mining industry contributions.

“It is my honor to recognize his life and count him among 11 other individuals who represent everything that it means to be a Montanan.”

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Downing Releases Statement Following State of the Union Address

Praised Trump's State of the Union accomplishments on taxes, border security and inflation.

“President Trump has accomplished more in one year than the previous administration could in four”

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Downing Applauds Reversal of MATS Rule

Praised EPA reversal of Obama-era coal plant emissions standards.

“For too long, the Biden-era MATS rule has strangled American coal-fired energy”

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Downing Applauds Preliminary Affirmative Determination in Russian Dumping Investigation

Applauded Commerce Department's preliminary tariff determination on Russian palladium dumping.

“This preliminary determination confirms what Montanans have known all along–Russian commodity dumping is to blame for the market turmoil that has left 700 families reeling from layoffs at Stillwater Mine”

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Downing Testifies in Support of Bill to Strengthen Irrigation, Protect Montana Endangered Species

Testified supporting bill to clarify federal responsibility for endangered species fish bypass.

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Downing Honors Montana Rodeo Legend Flint Rasmussen as “Montana Innovator”

Honored rodeo legend Flint Rasmussen as a Montana Innovator for America's 250th anniversary.

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Downing Introduces Legislation to Bolster Water Infrastructure on the Fort Peck Reservation

Introduced bill to reauthorize Fort Peck Dry Prairie Rural Water System Act through 2028.

“Water infrastructure is vital to ensuring Montana’s tribal communities have the resources they need to thrive”

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Downing Applauds Passage of Funding for Montana Infrastructure, Sentinel Program

Applauded passage of $9.3 million in Montana infrastructure funding and $2.6 billion Sentinel Program.

“The days of Congress kicking the can down the road are over”

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Downing’s AI-WISE Act Passes House

Announced House passage of AI-WISE Act to help small businesses adopt artificial intelligence technology.

“The small businesses in rural communities that I represent often lack the resources and information needed to facilitate technology adoption”

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Downing Introduces McCarran-Ferguson Restoration Act

Introduced McCarran-Ferguson Restoration Act to restructure federal insurance regulation.

“The Federal Insurance Office exists in spite of the fact that the regulation of insurance has and always will belong to the states”

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Downing Applauds Passage of Funding for Montana Law Enforcement, Infrastructure

Applauded passage of $3.6 million in FY26 funding for Montana law enforcement and infrastructure.

“Montanans, not Washington bureaucrats, know best when it comes to addressing the needs of our communities”

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Downing, Daines, Sheehy, Zinke Urge U.S. Air Force to Address Delayed Aircraft Delivery to Montana Air National Guard

Urged U.S. Air Force to address delayed C-130J aircraft delivery to Montana Air National Guard.

“We write to you today to express our concern regarding continued delays in C-130J aircraft deliveries to the Montana Air National Guard and to emphasize the importance of timely receipt.”

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Downing Applauds Historic Investment in Rural Health Care

Announced $233.5 million in Rural Health Transformation Program funding for Montana.

“Nearly every county in Montana is rural, and this historic funding will provide critical support for families across our state”

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Downing Urges DOW to Continue Wounded Warrior Service Dog Program

Urged Department of War to continue Wounded Warrior Service Dog program.

“The Treasure State has one of the nation's largest veteran populations, many of whom rely on four-legged partners to help them recover from the physical and invisible scars of war”

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