http://www.tester.senate.gov News & other important information from SenatorJon Tester. en-us Copyright 2018 Jon Tester Mon, 17 Sep 2018 20:08:22 EST Tester is calling on VA Secretary Robert Wilkie to make sure that this transition happens smoothly for veterans, community providers, and VA employees. http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6432 Mon, 17 Sep 2018 09:32:00 EST 'Firefighters put their lives on the line every day to keep us safe,' Tester said. 'This grant will ensure firefighters in Charlo have the resources they need to get the job done safely and effectively, and keep their community and Lake County secure.' http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6429 Fri, 14 Sep 2018 09:00:00 EST 'Thousands of folks from all over the world come through West Yellowstone every year to experience Montana's great outdoors,' Tester said. 'These visitors are vital to our state's economy and the economy of southwest Montana in particular. That's why we've got to make sure West Yellowstone Airport has the support it needs grow its operation and continue serving as a lynchpin of our outdoor recreation economy.' http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6427 Thu, 13 Sep 2018 16:45:00 EST Tester is sponsoring the bipartisan Tribal School Federal Insurance Parity Act to change current law and strengthen access to benefits for teachers at tribal schools, which will help recruit and retain quality teachers in Montana. http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6426 Thu, 13 Sep 2018 16:41:00 EST 'Today is a strong step toward recognizing the Little Shell, but time is ticking away and the tribe deserves a vote in the Senate now, with no political shenanigans, secret holds or strings attached. Federal recognition is long-overdue and I won't stop banging on doors in Washington until this bill is on the President's desk.' http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6425 Thu, 13 Sep 2018 09:41:00 EST http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6424 Thu, 13 Sep 2018 09:37:00 EST Snow removal at the Ennis-Big Sky Airport will soon be a lot easier, thanks to a grant delivered by U.S. Senator Jon Tester. http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6423 Thu, 13 Sep 2018 09:35:00 EST 'Whether you're running a business, harvesting crops, or raising kids, reliable and clean water is one thing we all need,' Tester said. 'These investments will help maintain the integrity of our water systems and benefit Montana's families, communities, and businesses for years to come.' http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6422 Thu, 13 Sep 2018 09:32:00 EST The Deer Lodge Volunteer Fire Department says it will be getting a new fire truck, thanks to a grant secured by U.S. Senator Jon Tester. http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6421 Wed, 12 Sep 2018 18:00:00 EST During Suicide Prevention Month, Ranking Member Jon Tester is challenging the Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) to ramp up its efforts to connect every veteran in need with mental health care. http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6420 Wed, 12 Sep 2018 15:44:00 EST Tester secured a grant today worth $8.7 million from the Department of Transportation to demolish the existing terminal and construct a new airport terminal building. He was the only member of Montana's congressional delegation to vote for the funding agreement that made the grant possible. http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6419 Wed, 12 Sep 2018 12:17:00 EST U.S. Senator Jon Tester is fighting to support Northwest Montana's small businesses and streamline access to critical resources as the region combats a devastating fire season. http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6418 Wed, 12 Sep 2018 10:49:00 EST On behalf of businesses and Montanans across Fergus County, U.S. Senator Jon Tester is demanding the United States Postal Service (USPS) restore regular hours of service in and around Lewistown. http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6416 Tue, 11 Sep 2018 18:46:00 EST U.S. Senator Jon Tester today announced a grant that will allow Butte's Bert Mooney Airport to invest in snow removal equipment, as part of his initiative to #ConnectMT. http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6415 Tue, 11 Sep 2018 18:29:00 EST Tester's Veterans Providing Healthcare Transition Improvement Act will ensure all disabled veterans who are newly hired as VA physicians, physician assistants, registered nurses, chiropractors, podiatrists, optometrists, and dentists will not have to face the financial hardship of taking unpaid leave to receive necessary medical treatment. http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6414 Tue, 11 Sep 2018 16:28:00 EST U.S. Senator Jon Tester has secured a grant for the Great Falls Development Authority to clean up and redevelop properties in Great Falls and use them to grow the local economy. http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6433 Tue, 11 Sep 2018 15:30:00 EST Ranking Member Jon Tester is pushing the VA to expand mental health care and counseling services to veterans in Ravalli County. http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6412 Tue, 11 Sep 2018 10:35:00 EST 'The men and women of the Montana National Guard represent the very best of Montana while deploying to war zones and battling disasters here at home. This investment will strengthen the mission at the Montana Air National Guard and make sure that our C-130's stay in fighting shape for years to come.' http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6411 Tue, 11 Sep 2018 09:15:00 EST After a decade-long relentless push, U.S. Senator Jon Tester is poised to pass his bipartisan legislation to increase transparency in Senate campaigns. http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6409 Mon, 10 Sep 2018 19:03:00 EST U.S. Senator Jon Tester today stood alongside seniors in Great Falls and outlined his plan to lower prescription drug costs for all Montanans. http://www.tester.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=6408 Mon, 10 Sep 2018 16:08:00 EST