Montana’s tourism industry is always evolving, and staying informed is key to understanding its impact on our communities, businesses, and economy. This page is your go-to source for the latest news, reports, and media coverage on the visitor economy—from policy changes and industry trends to success stories and challenges. Explore the links below to stay up to date and see why Tourism Matters to Montana.
"SB90 opposed by Havre Chamber of Commerce"
Publication: Hi-Line Today
Date: January 27, 2025
Link: https://hilinetoday.com/sb90-opposed-by-havre-chamber-of-commerce/
"Senator Russ Tempel 'will likely oppose' SB90"
Publication: Hi-Line Today
Date: January 29, 2025
Link: https://hilinetoday.com/senator-russ-tempel-will-likely-oppose-sb90/
"Bed-tax-to-property-tax-relief proposal slammed by tourism advocates"
Publication: Montana Free Press
Author: Eric Dietrich
Date: January 20, 2025
Link: https://montanafreepress.org/2025/01/20/bed-tax-to-property-tax-relief-proposal-slammed-by-tourism-advocates/
"Gianforte-backed property tax measure would offer homeowner relief by raising taxes on second homes, Airbnbs"
Publication: Montana Free Press
Author: Eric Dietrich
Date: January 22, 2025
Link: https://montanafreepress.org/2025/01/22/gianforte-backed-property-tax-relief-measure-homeowner-relief-raising-taxes-second-homes-airbnbs/
"Whitefish Senator Will No Longer Support Bill to Redirect Lodging Taxes to Homeowners"
Publication: Flathead Beacon
Author: Denali Sagner
Date: January 22, 2025
Link: https://flatheadbeacon.com/2025/01/22/whitefish-senator-will-no-longer-support-bill-to-redirect-lodging-taxes-to-homeowners/
"Flathead Valley Stakeholders Say Property Tax Relief Bill Would Curb Tourism, Destabilize Local Economy"
Publication: Flathead Beacon
Author: Denali Sagner
Date: January 23, 2025
Link: https://flatheadbeacon.com/2025/01/23/montana-senate-bill-90-tourism-property-tax/
"New Bill Will Lower Property Taxes, Stop Local Budget Inflation"
Publication: Flathead Beacon
Author: Daniel Zolnikov
Date: January 24, 2025
Link: https://flatheadbeacon.com/2025/01/24/new-bill-will-lower-property-taxes-stop-local-budget-inflation/
"SB 90: A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing"
Publication: Whitehall Ledger
Date: January 2025
Link: https://www.whitehallledger.com/section/business
"Tourism and travel reps argue property tax bill would 'wreak havoc' on Montana economy"
Publication: KPAX
Author: Keila Szpaller
Date: January 27, 2025
Link: https://www.kpax.com/news/montana-legistlature/tourism-and-travel-reps-argue-property-tax-bill-would-wreak-havoc-on-montana-economy
