Tag: Montana

Montana Bans Second Trimester Abortion Procedures

In a major pro-life move, Montana has enacted a ban on abortion procedures mainly performed for abortions in the second trimester of pregnancy, effectively blocking all abortions after 15 weeks. Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte’s office said the legislation, House Bill 721, will restrict “dismemberment abortion”—also referred to as dilation and evacuation abortion—”except for during a medical emergency…


Montana House Affair Underscores Breakdown in Manners and Respect

Commentary America’s media has been on a feeding frenzy ever since Montana’s transgender-activist-turned-state-legislator Zooey Zephyr created a stir at the expense of traditional decency and decorum in our state capitol. The set-up included a mockery of Christian legislators and their faith, followed by a besiegement of the grounds and the official proceedings of the House…


Montana Gov. Gianforte Signs Pro-Life Bills Into Law

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte signed five pro-life bills into law on May 3, pledging his commitment to the “cause of life” and promoting a “pro-life, pro-child, pro-family” agenda. “Today, we’re protecting the lives of the most vulnerable amongst us: unborn children,” Gianforte said at a signing ceremony held on the steps of the Montana State…


Montana Gov. Gianforte Signs Pro-Life Measures Into Law

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte signed five pro-life measures into law on May 3, pledging his commitment to the “cause of life” and promoting a “pro-life, pro-child, pro-family” agenda. “Today, we’re protecting the lives of the most vulnerable amongst us: unborn children,” he said at a signing ceremony on the steps of the Montana state Capitol…


Profiles in History: Charles M. Russell: Artist of the American West

Charles Marion Russell (1864–1926) was born in St. Louis and grew up with a hankering for the cowboy life. By the time he was born, America had been undergoing a massive expansion westward since the Mexican-American War victory and the discovery of gold in California, both taking place in 1848. By the time he turned…


Montana Transgender Lawmaker’s Bid to Overturn Removal From House Floor Denied

Montana state Rep. Zooey Zephyr’s bid to return to the House floor was quashed by a judge on May 2, meaning the lawmaker will continue to cast votes remotely for the remainder of the legislative session. District Court Judge Mike Menahan said in a five-page ruling (pdf) that the court lacked the authority to overrule the GOP-led…


Montana ACLU Sues State Legislature Over Censure of Transgender Lawmaker

Montana Democrat transgender legislator Zooey Zephyr confirmed on May 1 that Zephyr is working with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) to sue the Montana Legislature after it censured the state lawmaker last week. Taking to Twitter, Zephyr, a biological male who identifies as a bisexual trans woman, said the recent actions by Montana lawmakers violate Zephyr’s First Amendment rights…


Montana Governor Signs Bill Banning Transgender Surgeries for Children

Montana’s Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte on Friday signed a bill restricting transgender procedures for minors. The bill, the “Youth Health Protection Act” (pdf), prohibits certain medical and surgical procedures—including puberty blockers—for children struggling with gender dysphoria. According to the text of the legislation, the measure seeks to enhance the protection of minors from “any form…


Montana Gov. Signs Bill Banning Transgender Surgeries for Children

Montana’s Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte on Friday signed a bill restricting transgender procedures for minors. The bill, the “Youth Health Protection Act” (pdf), prohibits certain medical and surgical procedures—including puberty blockers—for children struggling with gender dysphoria. According to the text of the legislation, the measure seeks to enhance the protection of minors from “any form…


Montana Transgender Lawmaker Banned From House Floor After Debate Over Trans Procedures for Minors

Transgender lawmaker Zooey Zephyr has criticized the Montana House after it banned him from participating on the House floor for the remainder of the legislative session, which is scheduled to end by May 5. Taking to Twitter on April 26, Zephyr, the first transgender lawmaker in the history of the Montana Legislature, called the ban “a disturbing…