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The Legislative Audit Committee found that Montana’s political cop is struggling to keep track of lobbyists’ spending, with key information missing in lobbying reports filed with the Commissioner of Political Practices. The current system focuses on timeliness over accuracy, leading to incomplete reports. Recommendations include electronic reporting, monthly reporting during the legislative session, and quarterly reports when it is not in session to improve transparency.
Rural Montana’s telephone cooperatives faced challenges due to the ban on Chinese tech company Huawei, impacting cell phone service in rural areas. The Senate recently approved $1 billion in compensation for affected phone companies, with additional funding needed for complete replacement. The telecommunications lobby warned of service reductions without full funding, highlighting the importance of investing in America’s information infrastructure.
U.S. Rep. Matt Rosendale, R-Montana, raised concerns about drones observed over New Jersey, emphasizing the need for authorization for data collection. Rosendale, known for shooting down a drone in a campaign ad, discussed the legislation passed in Montana in 2013 to regulate drone use in the state.
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