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Bullock Statement on AG Roy Cooper Entering NC Gov. Race

Bullock Statement on AG Roy Cooper Entering NC Gov. Race Today, Democratic Governors Association Chair, Montana Gov. Steve Bullock, released the following statement on Attorney General Roy Cooper announcing his candidacy for Governor of North Carolina: “I’ve know Roy Cooper for years from our work together as attorneys general. As attorney general, he’s taken on…

Governor Bullock Statement on Supreme Court Decision on Marriage Equality

WASHINGTON, DC — DGA Chair and Montana Governor Steve Bullock released the following statement after the Supreme Court’s decision on marriage equality: “Today’s ruling is a landmark victory in the fight for equality in our nation. States and localities around the country have led the way to this historic day, by showing that inclusiveness strengthens communities…

DGA Chair Governor Steve Bullock on the Passing of Beau Biden

Washington – DGA Chair and Montana Governor Steve Bullock released the following statement tonight on the passing of Beau Biden: “Today, our nation and the people of Delaware lost a true public servant,” Bullock said. “During his 46 years on this earth, Beau Biden dedicated his life to serving others: serving his nation in Iraq,…

Statement by DGA Chair Gov. Steve Bullock on the Passing of Missouri State Auditor Tom Schweich

Washington, D.C. – Today, Montana Governor Steve Bullock, chairman of the Democratic Governors Association, released the following statement on the passing of Missouri State Auditor Tom Schweich: “Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Tom Schweich and to the people of Missouri. Auditor Schweich led a remarkable life of public…

DGA Chairman Gov. Steve Bullock’s Statement on the Passing of Gov. Mario Cuomo

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Montana Governor Gov. Steve Bullock, Chair of the Democratic Governors Association, today released the following statement: “At a time when politics can seem so small and petty, today we mourn the loss of a true giant in former Governor Mario Cuomo – a man with big ideas and bold principles who always…

Governor Bullock Elected Chair of the DGA

Montana Governor Steve Bullock was elected Chair of the Democratic Governors Association at the organization’s annual meeting today, succeeding Vermont Governor Peter Shumlin, who served as Chair for 2013 and 2014. Connecticut Governor Dannel Malloy was elected Chair-Elect. “Democratic governors are leading and delivering real results for Americans. We’re creating jobs so we can grow…

In Rare Bipartisan Move, MT House Unanimously Approves Bullock's Budget

The Montana House stunned observers Tuesday morning by endorsing the session’s major budget bill on a unanimous vote, with no amendments and virtually no debate — a historic departure from the usual days-long, partisan floor battle of sessions past. In just 83 minutes, the House convened and then reviewed, debated and voted on House Bill…

Bullock signs law to protect Ponzi scheme victims

HELENA – Gov. Steve Bullock signed into law a bill today that would go further to protect Montanans against securities fraud and Ponzi schemes. House Bill 81 provides more reimbursement and some protection to consumers. The bill authorizes the deposit of a percentage of securities registration, filing or renewal fees to go into a securities…

News analysis: How Bullock won Montana governor's race

By CHARLES S. JOHNSON Missoulian State Bureau HELENA – Several factors helped Democrat Steve Bullock eke out a narrow victory over Republican Rick Hill in the Montana governor’s race last week. Bullock’s campaign had a superior ground game – the effort to get his supporters out to vote. A number of interest groups, motivated by…

Statement from DGA Chair Governor Martin O’Malley on the Results of the Montana Gubernatorial Election

Washington, DC – Governor Martin O’Malley, Chair of the Democratic Governors Association, released the following statement on the results of the Montana gubernatorial election: “The DGA congratulates Steve Bullock on his hard-fought victory in Montana. Steve ran on his outstanding record of helping small businesses create jobs, protecting public education, and keeping children and families…

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