WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) released the following statement regarding the recent United States Supreme Court ruling in the case of Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). “For far too long, The Biden Administration has weaponized WOTUS to expand federal jurisdiction over dry creek beds and mud puddles across the United States,” said Rep. Rosendale. “In a major ... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) named Daphne Rutter of Foothills Community Christian School in Great Falls the winner of this year’s Congressional Art Competition for Montana's Second District. “Saddle Up” by Daphne Rutter. Download this photo in high-resolution here. The winning artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol building for one year. Congressman Rosendale... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, the House Committee on Natural Resources passed Congressman Matt Rosendale’s (MT-02) H.R. 200, the Forest Information Reform (FIR) Act. This legislation will amend federal requirements to exempt the U.S. Forest Service from re-consulting with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on new ESA information, ending unnecessary delays. “The FIR Act is a common-sense solution t... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02), Senator Steve Daines, and Congressman Ryan Zinke (MT-01) introduced a bicameral bill to ensure Montana veterans’ access to mental health care in their local communities. “Since coming to Congress and serving as the Chairman of the VA Subcommittee on Technology Modernization, I have prioritized ensuring veterans have the best healthcare ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) issued the following statement after the passage of H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act: “President Biden’s open border policies have created nothing short of a national security and humanitarian crisis at our southern border,” said Rep. Rosendale. “With Title 42 expiring, we must put strong policies in place to stop the invasion of illegal immig... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Committee on Natural Resources passed Congressman Matt Rosendale’s (MT-02) legislation to remove the grizzly bear population in the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem from the Endangered Species Act (ESA). “Since grizzly bears were first listed under the Endangered Species Act, they have exceeded the set recovery targets – now, there are over 1,100 grizzly be... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) issued a statement following his vote to pass H.R. 2811, the Limit, Save, Grow Act: “The United States is $31 trillion in debt – the House Republican plan is a great start to addressing this crisis," said Rep. Rosendale. "For far too long, Congress has been kicking the can down the road and allowing deficit spending to spiral out of control. Th... Read More »
HELENA – Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) issued the following statement in response to the April 24 events at the Montana State Capitol: "I've participated in many spirited debates during my time in Montana's state legislature — lively civil discourse is encouraged as we work to find the best policy solutions for Montanans, but there is no room in the public square for political violence. I'm t... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1, the Lower Energy Costs Act, including a provision from Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02), the Restore Onshore Energy Production Act. This provision would require the Biden Administration immediately resume onshore oil and gas lease sales in compliance with the Mineral Leasing Act. “The Biden Administration’s attack on dome... Read More »
Originally published in the Missoulian The House Natural Resources Committee passed a comprehensive package to reverse President Biden’s attack on domestic energy production — H.R. 1, the Lower Energy Costs Act, will spur the responsible development of our nation’s energy and mineral resources. This legislation will immediately reverse Biden’s policies that force reliance on foreign resources, inc... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Committee on Natural Resources held a hearing on Congressman Matt Rosendale’s (MT-02) H.R. 200, the Forest Information Reform (FIR) Act. This legislation would amend federal requirements to allow the U.S. Forest Service to incorporate new ESA information into its Public Lands Management projects, ending delays caused by unnecessary re-initiation of consultation.... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Committee on Natural Resources held a hearing on Congressman Matt Rosendale’s (MT-02) H.R. 1419, the Comprehensive Grizzly Bear Management Act of 2023. This legislation would direct the Secretary of the Interior to issue a final rule that would remove the Northern Continental Divide population of grizzly bears from the Endangered Species Act (ESA). “It was estim... Read More »
