Bill Being Drafted Would Ban Cellphone Use in VehicleBill Being Drafted Would Ban Cellphone Use in VehicleA bill being drafted by a Billings legislator would ban cellphone use while driving in Montana.NBC MontanaNBC Montana
Senate Bill Could Allow Hellgate School District to Create High SchoolSenate Bill Could Allow Hellgate School District to Create High SchoolTwo western Montana school districts are keeping a close eye on a Senate bill that could impact where thousands of students attend high school.NBC MontanaNBC Montana
President Obama Signs Montana Wilderness LawPresident Obama Signs Montana Wilderness LawPresident Barack Obama has signed wilderness legislation that preserves large areas of land in the North Fork of the Flathead and on the Rocky Mountain Front.NBC MontanaNBC Montana
State Senator Considers Legislation for an “Opt-In” Program to Extend School YearsState Senator Considers Legislation for an “Opt-In” Program to Extend School YearsState Senator Tom Facey of Missoula is looking into a bill that would allow school officials to extend their school years.Sarah YovetichSarah Yovetich
Hawaii Senate Passes Gay Marriage BillHawaii Senate Passes Gay Marriage BillThe Hawaii state Senate has passed a bill legalizing gay marriage, putting the islands a signature away from becoming a same-sex wedding destination.Associated PressAssociated Press