Montana abortion providers sue over Medicaid rule
A coalition led by Planned Parenthood Federation of America and the Center for Reproductive Rights seeks to block a Montana health department rule requiring preauthorization for Medicaid abortions, redefining medical necessity and limiting who can provide abortions. The suit, filed in Lewis and Clark County District Court, argues the rule would cut off access and violate privacy and equal protection. The department says it will oppose the lawsuit as the rule takes effect May 1 and a parallel bill awaits the governor.
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Final showdown as Montana weighs marijuana tax revenue bills
Montana lawmakers near a final week showdown over two tax revenue distribution bills for cannabis sales. Senate Bill 442 backed by Sen. Mike Lang would direct funds to county roads, veterans services and habitat projects, while Senate Bill 538 links revenues to a public safety fund administered by the Department of Justice. The bills face stiff votes after broad support and swift progress in both chambers.
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NorthWestern Energy sued over Denton fire damages
Central Montana Railroad seeks damages in a case filed in Fergus County and transferred to U.S. District Court in Great Falls. The Nov 30 2021 West Wind Fire destroyed Denton area infrastructure including a 172-foot timber bridge and 5.2 miles of track. The railroad alleges NorthWestern caused the blaze via vegetation ignited by its overhead power line.
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Fergus County
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GOP redefines insurrection amid capitol protests
Republicans reframe nonviolent protests at state capitols as insurrections, sparking debate about the term. Montana lawmaker Zooey Zephyr faced suspension comments as seven people were arrested for trespassing amid a tense House moment. Analysts say the tactic echoes a broader pattern since 2020, risking trivializing violence and the Jan 6 attack.
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D-Missoula
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