As we launch into the second half of the legislative session, there are still plenty of bills on the chopping block. In this episode, we cover updates on discriminatory "religious freedom" bills, the Native American Voting Rights Act, Missing and Murdered Indigenous People, and (more) bills benefiting only the wealthiest Montanans. PLUS, we talk with Laura Terrill from Planned Parenthood Advocates of Montana about her hopes, fears, and what this session could mean for reproductive healthcare in the state. If you already read our written newsletter and want to jump straight to this interview, skip to 12:30!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
March 15 - Rainbow Rally at the Capitol (masks required!)
March 16- We’re Here, We’re Queer, We’re Really F*cking Tired - a space for LGBTQ+ Montanans to vent, dream, and plan together
March 17 - Town Hall with Rep. Alice Buckley and Rep. Emma Kerr Carpenter
To support Indigenous-led organizations doing the work to address our state's MMIP epidemic, check out MMIP Montana Reporting, Sisters United, Western Native Voice, or the Snowbird Fund.
Follow these links to take action on all of the bills mentioned this week: