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Bill that would change how Montana supreme court justices are elected is lacking needed support
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HELENA — A proposed constitutional modification to vary the method to pick supreme court docket justices in Montana has superior to a ultimate vote within the Montana Legislature, however might want to achieve extra assist to make it on the poll.
Home Invoice 915 would make it so the governor appoints Montana supreme court docket justices for eight-year phrases with potential appointees needing approval from the Senate. Presently, state supreme court docket justices are elected straight by the voters in non-partisan elections.
As a constitutional modification, HB 915 wants 100 votes — a two-thirds majority — from each the Home and the Senate to then be introduced to the voters for the ultimate say. All constitutional amendments in Montana should obtain a majority vote from the general public earlier than changing into regulation. Republicans maintain 102 seats within the 2023 Legislature, which means a constitutional modification is functionally lifeless if three or extra Republicans and all Democrats oppose it.
On Monday, 4 Republicans joined all of the Democrats in opposing HB 915 in its second studying, with the invoice passing the vote 64-32. Republicans might want to choose up votes on the third studying, the ultimate Home vote, or achieve Democrat assist within the Senate for the laws to be introduced to voters. Nevertheless, Democrat assist appears unlikely following debate concerning the judiciary in recent times.
The invoice’s sponsor Rep. Invoice Mercer, R-Billings, has mentioned the constitutional modification is required as a result of quantity of marketing campaign spending Montana supreme court docket races have seen in previous years.
“There are many people who find themselves good attorneys who don’t need to elevate cash, who don’t need to undergo the very aggressive techniques which might be employed by either side, and should not going to topic themselves to that,” testified Mercer earlier than the Home Judiciary Committee on March 29.
Mercer additionally defined the change would make the method of choosing justices extra much like the federal supreme court docket the place justices are appointed by the president. A degree opponents to HB 915 had been eager to level out, saying the change would result in extra partisan justices.
“You’ll discover this units up [appointments] for one time period. In contrast to the federal system the place a choose is appointed for lifetime — which suggests they don’t have to fret in regards to the political winds that is perhaps blowing or getting on the dangerous facet of the president — right here if any individual needs to serve a couple of time period they higher be sure that they don’t cross the governor…” mentioned Al Smith with the Montana Trial Attorneys Affiliation on the March 29 listening to.
In 2022, Montana noticed elevated partisan assist within the supreme court docket race between incumbent Justice Ingrid Gustafson and PSC President James Brown. Brown acquired notable assist from Republicans, together with a direct endorsement from Gov. Greg Gianforte. Gustafson gained the race with 54% of the vote.
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Montana
Montana Lottery Powerball, Lucky For Life results for Feb. 12, 2025
The Montana Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Feb. 12, 2025, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from Feb. 12 drawing
21-32-36-45-49, Powerball: 18, Power Play: 2
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Winning Lucky For Life numbers from Feb. 12 drawing
08-29-34-36-42, Lucky Ball: 11
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Winning Lotto America numbers from Feb. 12 drawing
06-16-23-27-30, Star Ball: 01, ASB: 02
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Winning Big Sky Bonus numbers from Feb. 12 drawing
06-07-11-30, Bonus: 05
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Winning Montana Cash numbers from Feb. 12 drawing
02-14-31-33-37
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When are the Montana Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 8:59 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 9 p.m. MT on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky For Life: 8:38 p.m. MT daily.
- Lotto America: 9 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Big Sky Bonus: 7:30 p.m. MT daily.
- Powerball Double Play: 8:59 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Montana Cash: 8 p.m. MT on Wednesday and Saturday.
Missed a draw? Peek at the past week’s winning numbers.
Winning lottery numbers are sponsored by Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network.
Where can you buy lottery tickets?
Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets.
You can also order tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, in these U.S. states and territories: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Texas, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app allows you to pick your lottery game and numbers, place your order, see your ticket and collect your winnings all using your phone or home computer.
Jackpocket is the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. Gannett may earn revenue for audience referrals to Jackpocket services. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). 18+ (19+ in NE, 21+ in AZ). Physically present where Jackpocket operates. Jackpocket is not affiliated with any State Lottery. Eligibility Restrictions apply. Void where prohibited. Terms: jackpocket.com/tos.
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Montana Lottery Mega Millions, Lucky For Life results for Feb. 11, 2025
The Montana Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Feb. 11, 2025, results for each game:
Winning Mega Millions numbers from Feb. 11 drawing
07-30-39-41-70, Mega Ball: 13, Megaplier: 3
Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Lucky For Life numbers from Feb. 11 drawing
08-25-28-41-46, Lucky Ball: 05
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Winning Big Sky Bonus numbers from Feb. 11 drawing
17-22-26-31, Bonus: 06
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When are the Montana Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 8:59 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 9 p.m. MT on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky For Life: 8:38 p.m. MT daily.
- Lotto America: 9 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Big Sky Bonus: 7:30 p.m. MT daily.
- Powerball Double Play: 8:59 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Montana Cash: 8 p.m. MT on Wednesday and Saturday.
Missed a draw? Peek at the past week’s winning numbers.
Winning lottery numbers are sponsored by Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network.
Where can you buy lottery tickets?
Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets.
You can also order tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, in these U.S. states and territories: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Texas, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app allows you to pick your lottery game and numbers, place your order, see your ticket and collect your winnings all using your phone or home computer.
Jackpocket is the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. Gannett may earn revenue for audience referrals to Jackpocket services. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). 18+ (19+ in NE, 21+ in AZ). Physically present where Jackpocket operates. Jackpocket is not affiliated with any State Lottery. Eligibility Restrictions apply. Void where prohibited. Terms: jackpocket.com/tos.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Great Falls Tribune editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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Earthquake reported near Montana-Idaho state line
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MISSOULA, Mont. — The U.S. Geological Survey recorded an earthquake near the Montana-Idaho state line late Monday night.
The 3.3 magnitue earthquake was recorded three kilomters north-northwest of Mullan, Idaho at 11:03 p.m. Mountain Standard Time.
Anyone who felt the earthquake can report their experience here.
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