Montana Aims to Revive Rare Earth Element Production to Support America’s Technology Needs
There was a time America had access to rare earth elements needed in almost all of our technology today. Montana is trying to re-create that time again because the resources are still here. Matt Vincent is the Executive Director of the Montana Mining Association.
Matt Vincent Director of the Montana Mining Association
The Environmental Quality Council meets online December 2nd at 10 a.m. to weigh support for a federal funding push on Montana’s Rare Earth and Critical Minerals project. Public comments are due by December 1st, and details are posted on the council’s website.
MSU-Northern Professor to Return After Controversial Social Media Comments on Charlie Kirk
Montana State University-Northern associate professor Samantha Balemba-Brownlee, who was placed on leave after making controversial social media comments about Charlie Kirk following his death, will return to teach in the spring. She described her relationship with university administration as “contentious” and expressed concerns about potential pushback. In her comments, she called Kirk a number unflattering things and expressed no sympathy for his death, suggesting he harmed society. Her comments were shared publicly after being screenshot by a local councilwoman.
Sheehy Unveils JAIL Act to Hold Lenient Judges Accountable
Senator Tim Sheehy has introduced the Judicial Accountability for Irresponsible Leniency (JAIL) Act, enabling civil lawsuits against judges and government entities that release violent offenders without bail. The legislation, prompted by the murder of Iryna Zarutska by repeat offender Decarlos Brown Jr., removes judicial immunity as a defense and mirrors a House companion bill introduced by Congressman Randy Fine. No immediate action is required, but legal and policy teams should monitor the bill’s progress for potential implications.
