NorthWestern’s mega-monopoly merger is all about data centers
By Anne Hedges
https://dailymontanan.com/2026/05/06/northwesterns-mega-monopoly-merger-is-all-about-data-centers/

The PSC hearing begins on May 12, with public comment at the beginning of each day. https://psc.mt.gov/Documents-Proceedings/Public-Participation
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#JardineMT US Forest Service project comment period extended until June 1, 2026. Project website https://www.fs.usda.gov/r01/custergallatin/projects/68985

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Medicaid in Montana is at risk.

The MT Dept of Public Health and Human Services proposed new "work requirements" that are unclear and harmful.

If these rules take effect, thousands of Montanans could lose healthcare access.

Please speak up.

Email your comment: [email protected]
Deadline: May 22

Tell DPHHS to:
• Delay implementation until 2027
• Create rules that protect patients
• Ensure transparency and accountability

You can comment whether you are on Medicaid or not.
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Montanans
📣 Sign the petition: NO data centers without regulations that protect water resources, prevent energy cost-shifts, protect nearby communities, and ensure Montana ratepayers don't foot the bill. 📣

✍ Sign the petition here: https://meic.org/bill-tracker/#/247
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