Montana Schools Get Nearly $1 Million in New Revenue

Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) During the October meeting, Montana State Auditor James Brown and his Land Board colleagues approved more than $927,000 in new revenue for Treasure State schools.

According to Auditor Brown, Land Board members are constitutionally entrusted with serving as stewards of Montana's state trust land, which is managed for the benefit of Montana educational institutions and other trust beneficiaries. 

At their October meeting, the Land Board approved an estimated $927,166 in new revenue for schools, including $391,803 from timber sales and $535,363 from easements. 

"Serving on the Land Board is one of my most important jobs as State Auditor," Auditor Brown said. "I'm always proud to secure more revenue for Montana students through responsible management of our trust land." 

The Land Board, which consists of the top five statewide elected officials, manages millions of acres of state trust land. The board ensures financial returns for trust beneficiaries and responsible land stewardship for future generations of Montanans. 

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