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![House Advances MEDIA Act, Supports More Tax Incentives for Movie Industry](http://townsquare.media/site/125/files/2021/04/xgr-040621-DavidBedey-byAustinAmestoy.jpg?w=980&q=75)
House Advances MEDIA Act, Supports More Tax Incentives for Movie Industry
The House of Representatives gave bipartisan preliminary approval Tuesday to a bill aimed at drawing the film industry to Montana.
![Gov. Gianforte Unveils Proposals for State Budget](http://townsquare.media/site/125/files/2021/01/xgr-010721-GianforteBudget1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Gov. Gianforte Unveils Proposals for State Budget
Governor Greg Gianforte’s proposed two-year state budget cuts $100 million from his predecessor’s, which he says is a win.
![Montana Lawmakers Consider Bill to Loosen Gun Restrictions](http://townsquare.media/site/125/files/2021/01/xgr-010621-Usher.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Montana Lawmakers Consider Bill to Loosen Gun Restrictions
Representatives on the House Judiciary Committee heard public testimony on a bill Wednesday that would allow Montanans to carry a concealed firearm almost anywhere without a permit.