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Viewpoint: Sen. Daines, oil and gas and Montana’s future
Eric Melson writes, "By limiting speculative leasing and raising bonding and royalty rates, our rural towns will be better prepared for a uniquely Montana future, where the great outdoors is part of everyone’s life, and small businesses across the state are thriving."