Heather O'Loughlin

Wealthy landowners filed a constitutional ballot measure, CI-134, and claim that it will fix property taxes. But this initiative would upend Montana’s property tax system, decimate local services, and do very little for the average Montana homeowner. Out-of-state millionaires appear to be bankrolling the initiative with paid signature gatherers across the state. Montana voters should be wary of this initiative and decline to sign the petition. Here’s why. CI-134 is a complicated initiative...

Child care workers play an essential role in our economy, providing care and education that families need and that builds a strong foundation for young children.

On Monday, March 9, the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) provided an update to lawmakers on their upcoming plans to fast track the community engagement, or work reporting, requirements for Montanans enrolled on Medicaid expansion. Most Montanans on expanded Medicaid are already working or face a barrier to work, such as a disability or caregiving responsibilities. Analyses show these types of reporting requirements often result in kicking eligible people off health...