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State of the State is ‘strong,’ but Gianforte says work is ‘far from over’

by MICAH DREW and KEILA SZPALLER
| January 14, 2025 8:10 AM

Montana is a shining example for what the country can achieve, Gov. Greg Gianforte said Monday night in his biennial State of the State address. The second-term Republican told a joint session of the Legislature his administration will ensure the “state of our state remains strong” into the future by prioritizing tax cuts, protecting the state’s youth and addressing the affordability crisis during his second term in office.

“We believe in the unsurpassed spirit of Montanans — our resilience, our work ethic and our deep connection to this land we love. Our policies aim to unleash that spirit,” Gianforte said to begin his hour-long speech.

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