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May we never take it for granted.
Congressman Troy Downing
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Congressman Troy Downing
@RepTroyDowning
Congressman for Montana’s Second District | Husband, Father, fmr. @USAirForce Enlisted Aviator & MT State Auditor | Serving on @FinancialCmte & @NatResources
Joined December 2024
- I just sent out the most recent edition of the Downing Dispatch! If you didn't get it direct to your inbox, you can catch up here 🔽
- This week on Downing Dispatch: passing the SECURE America Act, cutting red tape for tribal businesses, improving disaster recovery, and meeting with Montana students. I’ll keep fighting to make sure Montana’s voice is heard loud and clear in Washington. Watch below ⬇️
00:00 - Clean drinking water should not take decades to deliver. My bill extending authorization for the Fort Peck Reservation Rural Water System through 2028 passed the House last week, helping finish the final phases of a project that serves tribal and non-tribal communities in
- Great meeting with the Billings Chamber of Commerce this week to discuss the issues impacting local businesses and Montana’s economy. Billings is a major driver of growth in our state, and I’ll keep working to support the businesses that help our communities thrive.
- New World screwworm is a serious threat to America’s cattle industry. Montana beef is the best in the world, and we cannot wait until this threat reaches our state to take it seriously. I joined @NEWSMAX to discuss why the USDA must act quickly and keep ranchers informed.
00:00 - Congressman Troy Downing reposted
Montana consumers deserve advocates closer to home. That's why I'm supporting Congressman Downing's PARTNERS Act. States like Montana are ready to help our federal partners oversee Medicare Advantage and improve accountability for the program.
- Montana seniors deserve accountability when it comes to Medicare Advantage. Proud to have @BrownCSIMT join me in making the case for my PARTNERS Act, legislation to give states the tools to enforce existing federal standards and protect consumers closer to home. Read the full
- .@HouseGOP passed the SECURE America Act to fully fund ICE and CBP, strengthen our borders, and support the law enforcement officers who keep our communities safe. Now, we’re ready to roll up our sleeves and keep working to deliver on Reconciliation 3.0, bolster national
00:00 - I had a great time participating in the Congressional Baseball Game. A big 11-2 WIN for the Republicans! Proud to help bring home the win for Team GOP and support a great American tradition.
- Thanks to my good friend @RepTimBurchett for the quick hands. Official Congressional Baseball Game score prediction: 14 runs on the board for the Republicans. Dems? We’ll see.
00:00 - Enjoyed welcoming students from Grass Range Public School and getting the chance to talk about public service, Montana priorities, and life on Capitol Hill.
- Congressman Troy Downing reposted
The For Country Caucus met with Michael Peterson, Chairman and CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation, to discuss the growing national debt and its implications for our national security. Fiscal responsibility is not just an economic concern. It’sa national security imperative.
