2023 CAPITOL CONNECTION ROUNDTABLE
TUES, JAN 31 - Montana's 68th Legislative Session
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JOIN US - VIRTUALLY: Tuesdays at 12 pm throughout the Session
NEW! Be sure to check out the up-to-the-minute 'Legislative Tracker' with Chamber Priority Bills - Supported Bills - Opposed Bills and Watch List on our website.
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SB93: MODERNIZING THE BALLOT MEASURE PROCESS IS CRITICAL FOR MONTANA
Senate State Administration Committee
Sponsor: Mike Cuffe (R – SD 1)
Short title: Generally revising ballot issues
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The Montana Chamber and a coalition of associations recommended changes to Senate Bill 93 in the Senate State Administration Committee meeting today, Wednesday, February 1 at 3:00 p.m. Changes to Senate Bill 93 are smart, sensible solutions to update and modernize the ballot measure process in Montana.
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THURS, FEB 2: MT CHAMBER TORT REFORM BILLS IN COMMITTEE THIS WEEK
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SB216: Product Liability Reform
Sponsor: Steve Fitzpatrick (R – SD 10)
Short title: Revise laws related to litigation and products
SB165: Insurance Claims Cooperation
Sponsor: Barry Usher (R – SD 20)
Short title: Establishing a duty of cooperation relating to insurance policies
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LC0931: Set Standards for Time-Limited Demands
Sponsor: Greg Hertz (R – SD 6)
Short title: Establish time limited demand standards
LC0932: Litigation Financing Consumer Protection
Sponsor: Greg Hertz (R – SD 6)
Short title: Establish consumer protections and disclosures in litigation financing
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It was a busy week with six Western Governors delivering their 2023 State of the State addresses. Read recaps from all of the Western Governors to learn about the new initiatives and funding proposals they outlined, including innovative affordable housing and water infrastructure projects and historic investments in education and renewable energy. Watch the recording of Governor Gianforte's 2023 State of the State address.
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NOMINATE A 2023 MADE IN MONTANA RETAILER OF THE YEAR |
This award recognizes a Made in Montana retailer who consistently and enthusiastically supports Montana producers through mentoring and retailing Made in Montana products.
If you know or work with someone that fits this description, now is your chance to nominate them to be honored as the 2023 Made in Montana Retailer of the Year HERE.
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Fairmont Hot Springs Resort
February 5-7, 2023
Learn more about the conference here.
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The Montana DECA State Career Development Conference, where Montana high-school students, advisors, businesspersons, and alumni gather to develop knowledge and skills for college and careers, is looking for Competitive Event Judges for their event.
Sunday February 5: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Monday, February 6:
8:30am-11:00am
11:00am-1:30pm
1:30pm-3:00pm
Tuesday February 7: 8:30am-11:00am
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MINNEAPOLIS FEDERAL RESERVE
BUSINESS SURVEY
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Businesses today face a multitude of challenges. To help understand these challenges, the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis is partnering with chambers of commerce, economic development associations, and other organizations on a survey of businesses across Ninth District states (Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Upper Peninsula Michigan).
Please take this seven-minute survey to help the Minneapolis Fed and its local partners understand the impact that the economy is having on your business. Results are shared with our partners (who sent you this survey) and they can share results with you once the survey is closed. Results are also shared with the general public.
All responses are anonymous. To maintain anonymity, please do not include any self-identifying information in any comments. If you get this survey from multiple sources, please respond to the survey only once.
The Minneapolis Fed greatly appreciates your time and valuable insight.
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MANUFACTURING & INTERNATIONAL TRADE DAY |
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THURSDAY, MARCH 16, 2023 | 10 AM - 7 PM
Delta Hotels Helena Colonial
$75 PER PERSON which includes reception
Trade Show - We are looking for an amazing lineup for this event! Elevate your brand with a Sponsorship (includes exhibitor opportunities) or sign up as an Exhibitor. Debut that new product and share what's new in the manufacturing industry with peers, business leaders, and lawmakers. Space is limited - sign up now!
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THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS!
Platinum: Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway, First Interstate Bank, Montana State Fund, New Horizons Studio, NorthWestern Energy, Stockman Bank, and Valley Bank of Helena
Gold: Allegiance, Charter, PacificSource Health Plans, and Sterling CRE Advisors
Exhibitor: Montana Department of Commerce
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MT BUSINESS NEWS & RESOURCES |
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Saying farewell to the Boeing 747, and remembering how it changed the world...READ HERE
TDS Fiber bringing its fiber network to Helena Valley, Montana...READ HERE
Montana Governor Gianforte declares January as the Education Month on Jan 27...READ HERE
OPI to Require Government and Financial Literacy Education for all Montana High School Students...READ HERE
University of Montana Bitterroot College announces 20% enrollment increase...READ HERE
BBER'S 2023 Economic Outlook Series (EOS) - February-March...LEARN MORE
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