School Choice Push: The Trump administration proposed a new Federal Scholarship Tax Credit starting Jan. 1, letting families in at least 30 states use federal-backed funds for private school and homeschooling—without requiring students to leave public school. Rural Capital Access: The U.S. Senate passed Sen. John Kennedy’s bipartisan bill to expand capital access for rural small businesses, with reporting requirements aimed at easing investment barriers. Montana Health Costs & Claims: Montana’s AG urged consumers to file for compensation tied to multistate settlements over allegedly inflated generic drug prices, while separate coverage notes $500 ACA refund checks are rolling out in 30 states. Workforce Leadership: Montana Labor Commissioner Sarah Swanson was elected chair-elect of NASWA, highlighting the state’s education-to-workforce pipeline. Data Center Backlash: A new poll finds nearly 75% of Montana voters oppose new data centers in their area, as the issue heats up ahead of the election. Local Business & Community: Roosevelt County approved buying a former National Guard readiness center to repurpose into a fire hall and community space, and Wolf Point council discussed licensing and local business rules, including cannabis dispensary transfer hurdles.