Congressman Downing Recognizes Big Timber Manufacturer Wesley Tuscano as October’s “Montana Innovator”

Recognized Big Timber manufacturer as October Montana Innovator.

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CONGRESSMAN DOWNING'S BILL CROW TRIBE WATER RIGHTS SETTLEMENT AMENDMENTS ACT SIGNED INTO LAW

Announced President Trump signed Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Amendments Act into law.

“This bill delivers on a long-standing commitment to the Crow Tribe by giving the Tribe more flexibility to move critical water projects forward. It supports needed water infrastructure and preserves the Tribe’s right to pursue hydropower development at Yellowtail Afterbay Dam.”

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DOWNING’S FLOODPLAIN ENHANCEMENT AND RECOVERY ACT PASSES SENATE

Announced Senate passage of Floodplain Enhancement and Recovery Act to streamline ecosystem restoration projects.

“I applaud Senators Daines and Murray for getting this commonsense, bipartisan bill through the Senate. FEMA’s No-Rise Rule is blocking critical conservation work in Montana and across the country”

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DOWNING’S BIPARTISAN BILL TO EXPAND CAPITAL ACCESS FOR RURAL JOB CREATORS PASSES SENATE, HEADS TO PRESIDENT’S DESK

Celebrated Senate passage of bill expanding capital access for rural small businesses.

“Rural small businesses are essential to communities across Montana, but too many still face unnecessary barriers when trying to access capital”

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Congressman Downing Honors Denton Educator Ty Neal as September “Montana Innovator”

Honored agricultural mechanics teacher as Montana Innovator for September.

“for the month of September. Conducted in partnership with the Montana 250th Commission, the initiative highlights outstanding Montanans ahead of America's 250th anniversary. Each month features a different theme, with September recognizing achievements in education and academia. Read the full recognition below:”

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CONGRESSMAN DOWNING'S BILL TO EXTEND FORT PECK RURAL WATER SYSTEM AUTHORIZATION SIGNED INTO LAW BY PRESIDENT TRUMP

President Trump signed his bill extending Fort Peck Rural Water System authorization through 2028.

“I’m proud that the President has signed my bill, H.R. 7250, into law. This legislation will help keep critical water projects moving forward and provide greater certainty for families and communities across northeastern Montana”

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CONGRESSMAN DOWNING'S BILL CROW TRIBE WATER RIGHTS SETTLEMENT AMENDMENTS ACT PASSES BOTH CHAMBERS OF CONGRESS, HEADS TO PRESIDENT’S DESK

Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Amendments Act passed both chambers of Congress and heads to president's desk.

“Today, S. 240, the Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Amendments Act of 2025, passed the U.S. Senate. This legislation gives the Crow Tribe greater flexibility to develop critical water infrastructure and keep long-overdue projects moving forward on the reservation.”

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ICYMI: DOWNING OP-ED IN THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER: Inherit a million? You can invest. Have an economics doctorate? The SEC says you’re too dumb

Introduced bill to expand access to capital markets by creating alternative accredited investor status routes.

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CONGRESSMAN DOWNING'S BILL TO EXTEND FORT PECK RURAL WATER SYSTEM AUTHORIZATION PASSES BOTH CHAMBERS OF CONGRESS

Announced Senate passage of bill extending Fort Peck rural water system authorization through 2028.

“Access to clean, reliable water is essential for families and communities across northeastern Montana”

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CONGRESSMAN DOWNING'S CROW TRIBE WATER RIGHTS SETTLEMENT AMENDMENTS ACT PASSES HOUSE

Announced House passage of bill updating Crow Tribe water rights settlement.

“Access to clean and reliable water is critical for the Crow Tribe and the communities it serves”

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ICYMI: DOWNING OP-ED IN THE WASHINGTON REPORTER — THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT IS IN NEED OF REFORM

Published op-ed calling for reform of the Affordable Care Act due to rising costs.

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DOWNING INTRODUCES NO HUD FUNDING FOR SANCTUARY CITIES ACT

Introduced bill to deny HUD funding to sanctuary cities that refuse immigration enforcement cooperation.

“If a sanctuary city is not complying with federal law, we should not allocate American taxpayers’ hard-earned money to those areas”

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DOWNING VISITS DRY-REDWATER REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY, HIGHLIGHTS PROGRESS ON H.R. 8745

Visited Dry-Redwater Regional Water Authority to discuss progress on rural water system legislation.

“Eastern Montana has waited far too long for clean and reliable water”

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DOWNING RECOGNIZES ERIN GRAF AS JULY “MONTANA INNOVATOR”

Recognized Erin Graf as July Montana Innovator for arts and landscape painting.

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DOWNING LEADS LETTER URGING SEC TO FINALIZE REGISTERED OFFERING REFORM PROPOSAL

Led letter urging SEC to finalize registered offering reform proposal to reduce regulatory burdens.

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DOWNING-COSPONSORED FINANCIAL SERVICES BILL PASSES HOUSE

Cosponsored Main Street Capital Access Act, which passed the House.

“Montana families and small businesses depend on community banks that understand their needs and are invested in the success of their towns”

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Congressman Downing's Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Amendments Act Passes House Natural Resources Committee

Advanced bill modernizing Crow Tribe water rights settlement framework.

“Access to clean and reliable water is critical for the Crow Tribe and the communities it serves”

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DOWNING’S WHOLE-HOME REPAIRS ACT INCLUDED IN THE 21ST CENTURY ROAD TO HOUSING ACT BECOMES LAW

Celebrated housing bill becoming law with his Whole-Home Repairs Act included.

“Housing affordability remains a major challenge for families across Montana and across the country”

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Congressman Downing Introduces Informed Investor Access Act to Expand Investment Opportunities

Introduced Informed Investor Access Act to expand accredited investor definition for private investments.

“Building wealth should not be reserved only for those who are already wealthy”

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DOWNING’S WHOLE-HOME REPAIRS ACT INCLUDED IN THE 21ST CENTURY ROAD TO HOUSING ACT SET TO BECOME LAW

Celebrated inclusion of Whole-Home Repairs Act in 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act passed by House.

“Housing affordability remains a major challenge for families across Montana and across the country”

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Montana Seniors Deserve Accountability in Medicare Advantage

Co-authored opinion piece calling for stronger state oversight of Medicare Advantage plans.

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Downing Announces House Passage of Community Project Funding for Montana Public Safety Priorities

Secured $2 million in Community Project Funding for Montana fire and emergency response projects.

“Montana’s first responders and law enforcement officers deserve the tools, facilities, and resources they need to protect our communities”

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DOWNING BILL TO EXTEND FORT PECK RURAL WATER SYSTEM AUTHORIZATION PASSES THE U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

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

“Access to clean, reliable water is essential for families, ranchers, farmers, and tribal communities in northeastern Montana”

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Downing Honors Andrew Yedinak as May “Montana Innovator”

Honored Andrew Yedinak as May Montana Innovator for law enforcement and combating crimes.

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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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