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Bill approving new open-pit gold mines headed to governor's desk (Billings Gazette, Thursday, March 31, 2011 ). MEPA author critical of proposed changes to environmental law (Flathead Beacon, Tuesday, March 29, 2011 ). Bill aims to lift 2005 renewable energy provision (Great Falls Tribune, Friday, March 11, 2011 ). Frivolous use of the term "frivolous lawsuits" (The Montana Lowdown, Wednesday, March 2, 2011 ).Poll of 5 western states finds that environment shouldn't be sacrificed for development (Billings Gazette, Wednesday, February 23, 2011 ). Senate passes bill that undermines renewable power incentives, mandates (Billings Gazette, Wednesday, February 23, 2011 ). Hundreds gather to rally around environmental protection (Billings Gazette, Tuesday, February 22, 2011 ). Cyanide bill dredges up support, opposition (Great Falls Tribune, February 19, 2011 ). Montana bill would 'embrace' global warming (Washington Post, February 18, 2011 ). Natural Disaster: Republican Legislators Wage War on Montana's Environmental Laws (Missoula Independent, February 17, 2011 ). Republican lawmakers pro-fossil fuel, against renewable incentives (Helena Independent Record, Monday, February 7, 2011 ). 'Clean and healthful' provision under review by Montana lawmakers (Billings Gazette, Associated Press, Wednesday, January 26, 2011) .
-- Alan and Stephanie Shammel, ranchers in Hilger, MT
"When we and our neighbors needed help because a cyanide-leach gold mine was polluting and taking our water, MEIC was the one who came to bat for us. They've helped us more more than a decade."