MT: Social Justice
Montana farmers want ag data protection
Montana farmers have testified before a panel of state lawmakers asking them to protect agricultural data that is collected by precision farming techn…
MT teachers union files pair of 'school choice' lawsuits
Montana's largest teachers union has filed two lawsuits against "school choice" measures in the state. Montana lawmakers passed House Bill 393 last …
Montana political candidates receive among highest foreign donations
New research from a campaign finance-tracking group shows foreign corporations are investing heavily in statewide elections. Montana is one of a …
MT Indigenous group creates app to increase voter turnout
A Native American advocacy group is making a big push to get out the Indigenous vote in this year's elections. It is hiring field organizers across …
Health report: Bright spots and warning signs in Montana
New data from the United Health Foundation show a handful of significant and chronic health conditions on the rise across the U.S. But there is …
Advocates boost legal services to MT's native tribes
A new program from the Montana Legal Services Association is boosting legal assistance to people living on the state's tribal land. The Tribal …
Poll highlights MT 'battleground' voters
A new poll shows Montana's rural voters are concerned with rising transportation and energy costs, higher health-care expenses, and a lack of good-…
Advocates Seek Better Land Access for Marginalized Farmers
With the new Farm Bill debate scheduled for later this month, advocates are calling on lawmakers to write new policy into the measure to ensure more …
Fair Housing: Discrimination Claims Up Amid Housing Crunch
Fair housing advocates said a tight real estate market is driving up discrimination cases in Montana. Pam Bean, executive director of Montana Fair …
Montana's Youth-Led Climate Case Could Set Precedent
Now in its fifth day, 16 kids are participating in a court trial with a lawsuit accusing Montana state agencies and the governor of compromising the …
Program 'Incubates' New Lawyers and Rural Montanans
The Montana Legal Services Association has started a program to help young attorneys get started on a path to success - becoming community leaders…
Housing Advocates Push Back on GOP Budget Bill
Advocates for Montana's most vulnerable residents are pushing back on a budget plan passed by the U.S. House, saying it would have disastrous …