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Lawmakers set to debate charter schools in state during second half of legislative session
The 68th Montana Legislature is halfway through its 90-day session and while the budget is the biggest focus of the Legislature in the second half, other topics, including education, will not be far behind. Republicans and Democrats have found some...
Bill would raise penalties for fentanyl distribution
A bill introduced to the House Judiciary Committee Tuesday would raise the penalties for fentanyl distribution in Montana to anywhere from two to 40 years in prison, and a $50,000 fine or both. Rep. Courtenay Sprunger, R-Kalispell, is the sponsor of...