Steve Daines.
American politician and businessman (born 1962)
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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Seth Bodnar seeks to replace Steve Daines in the Senate.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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A biographical update notes that Steve Daines is a current US Senator representing Montana, and Seth Bodnar previously served as President of the University of Montana.Well supported3 reports
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Daines' PAC provided funding to Alani Bankhead on October 10, 2026.Some support1 report
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Steve Daines and Celeste Maloy are identified as representatives from Montana and Utah, respectively.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Lawmakers, including Steve Daines and Jeff Merkley, announced a bipartisan proposal to overhaul Senate rules.Some support1 report
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John Boozman, Steve Daines, and Deb Fischer are working to pass new ethanol legislation while leading the Senate Agriculture Committee on the farm bill.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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Legislation passed by the Senate extends hydropower opportunity at the Yellowtail Afterbay Dam.Some support1 report
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Polls conducted on September 23, 2026, measured the public approval ratings for Greg Gianforte, Ryan Zinke, Steve Daines, and Donald Trump.Some support1 report
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Montana politicians and advocates are pushing for increased funding and repairs for Glacier National Park.Some support2 reports
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The Senate passed a bill concerning the water system for Fort Peck, with Steve Daines presiding over the floor.Some support2 reports
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James Lankford takes over leadership from Steve Daines as the US serves as the secretariat for a declaration, involving Trump and Biden.Some support1 report
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The Trump administration rescinded the Public Lands Rule, an action represented by Montana officials Steve Daines and Ryan Zinke.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Steve Daines and Senator John Curtis introduced the Critical Mineral and Extraction Tax Parity Act, S. 5330, aiming to bolster domestic critical mineral supply chains.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Staff meetings held with Marty Gaither regarding the Access to Improved Respiratory Care Act and the Supplemental Oxygen Access Reform Act.Some support1 report
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Steve Daines, Angus King, Tim Sheehy, Tom McClintock, and others served together on subcommittees, co-introducing bills for public land funding and chairing hearings on NPS issues.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Senators Daines and King introduced the America the Beautiful Act concerning Acadia National Park.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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In 2019, Steve Daines traveled to Beijing to serve as an intermediary between the US and China, aiming to stabilize relations.Some support1 report
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Senators Steve Daines and Catherine Cortez Masto are leading committee efforts in the Senate to advance a bill concerning the PILT program managed by BOEM.Some support1 report
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Senator Steve Daines is currently serving in the Senate.Some support1 report
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Steve Daines introduced a resolution concerning a ruling, involving the Montana Democratic Party.Some support2 reports
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Mine operations in Musselshell County are facing potential risks due to a proposed bill introduced under the Crow Revenue Act.Some support1 report
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The Kuomintang is discussing political matters, including defense budgets and arms purchases, with Steve Daines.Some support2 reports
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Around Steve Daines this week
News at the entities that move Steve Daines most-
senate StructuralUS strikes on Qeshm Island coincide with Qatar stepping up mediation efforts, while Democrats gain control of Congress and oil prices fall.Moves Steve Daines
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Seth Bodnar OperationalSeth Bodnar and Kurt Alme are running head-to-head in the Senate race.Moves Steve Daines
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Beijing OperationalBeijing used coercion to force claims, leading Taiwan to close its office on November 1.Moves Steve Daines
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Kurt Alme StructuralBrandon Ler, Kyle Austin, and Kurt Alme are involved in various political races in Richland County.Moves Steve Daines
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Jeff Merkley OperationalJeff Merkley controls the budget, which is affecting federal spending.Moves Steve Daines
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Angus King OperationalAngus King completed transition work on November 6, 2026.Moves Steve Daines
Connections
The 22 strongest of 35, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Kurt Alme Structural
Steve Daines endorsed Kurt Alme, who is running to replace him in the US Senate seat.
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senate Structural
Steve Daines is a member of the Senate, actively participating in its legislative and procedural functions.
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Seth Bodnar Operational
The two individuals are engaged in a direct and active political competition for the U.S. Senate seat.
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James Lankford Operational
Steve Daines and James Lankford are actively collaborating on legislation, with Lankford recently taking over leadership from Daines.
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Angus King Operational
The two political colleagues served together on a subcommittee for nine years and jointly introduced legislation.
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National Park Service Structural
Steve Daines exercises legislative oversight and influences NPS operations through hearings and funding legislation.
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Beijing Operational
Steve Daines engages with Beijing's policies, serving as an intermediary and geopolitical critic of China's challenges.
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EHang Transactional
Steve Daines visited EHang headquarters for a high-impact exchange regarding the company's operations.
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Cheng Operational
The two individuals engage in discussions regarding defense issues.
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Jeff Merkley Operational
The two lawmakers actively coordinate by co-introducing legislation and participating in bipartisan proposals.
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Donald Trump Operational
Steve Daines actively engages in trade policy debates and influences President Trump's policy direction.
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Adam Schiff Operational
Steve Daines and Adam Schiff are shown collaborating on the introduction of new legislation.
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Jeyhun Bayramov Transactional
The Minister (A) met with U.S. Senator Steve Daines (B) on July 7, 2026.
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Roe vs. Wade Mentioned together
Steve Daines acknowledges and references the legal precedent established by Roe v. Wade.
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India Operational
Daines praises India as a strategic counterpoint to China.
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Montana Democratic Party Operational
Daines introduced a resolution specifically addressing the ruling or policy of the Montana Democratic Party.
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Montana Free Press Mentioned together
The relationship is based on the media outlet tracking and reporting on the public approval and activities of Steve Daines.
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Turkmenistan Operational
Diplomatic engagement focused on exploring potential economic cooperation and trade between the two entities.
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Azerbaijan Operational
Steve Daines engaged in diplomatic talks related to Azerbaijan.
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Montana Shared context
Steve Daines serves as a political representative for the state of Montana in the U.S. Congress.
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Tehran Operational
Steve Daines has publicly urged support for allies countering Iranian-backed terrorism.
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Utah Mentioned together
No evidence was provided linking Steve Daines and Utah.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventOctober 2026
4 events- Kurt Alme is named the Republican replacement for Steve Daines, and a debate was held in Bozeman.
- Daines' PAC provided funding to Alani Bankhead on October 10, 2026.
- Steve Daines and Celeste Maloy are identified as representatives from Montana and Utah, respectively.
- Lawmakers, including Steve Daines and Jeff Merkley, announced a bipartisan proposal to overhaul Senate rules.
September 2026
6 events- Seth Bodnar seeks to replace Steve Daines in the Senate.
- Legislation passed by the Senate extends hydropower opportunity at the Yellowtail Afterbay Dam.
- Polls conducted on September 23, 2026, measured the public approval ratings for Greg Gianforte, Ryan Zinke, Steve Daines, and Donald Trump.
- Montana politicians and advocates are pushing for increased funding and repairs for Glacier National Park.
- The Senate passed a bill concerning the water system for Fort Peck, with Steve Daines presiding over the floor.
- James Lankford takes over leadership from Steve Daines as the US serves as the secretariat for a declaration, involving Trump and Biden.
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August 2026
6 events- A biographical update notes that Steve Daines is a current US Senator representing Montana, and Seth Bodnar previously served as President of the University of Montana.
- The Trump administration rescinded the Public Lands Rule, an action represented by Montana officials Steve Daines and Ryan Zinke.
- Steve Daines and Senator John Curtis introduced the Critical Mineral and Extraction Tax Parity Act, S. 5330, aiming to bolster domestic critical mineral supply chains.
- Staff meetings held with Marty Gaither regarding the Access to Improved Respiratory Care Act and the Supplemental Oxygen Access Reform Act.
- Senators Daines and King introduced the America the Beautiful Act concerning Acadia National Park.
- In 2019, Steve Daines traveled to Beijing to serve as an intermediary between the US and China, aiming to stabilize relations.
July 2026
4 events- John Boozman, Steve Daines, and Deb Fischer are working to pass new ethanol legislation while leading the Senate Agriculture Committee on the farm bill.
- Steve Daines, Angus King, Tim Sheehy, Tom McClintock, and others served together on subcommittees, co-introducing bills for public land funding and chairing hearings on NPS issues.
- Senators Steve Daines and Catherine Cortez Masto are leading committee efforts in the Senate to advance a bill concerning the PILT program managed by BOEM.
- Senator Steve Daines is currently serving in the Senate.
June 2026
3 events- Steve Daines introduced a resolution concerning a ruling, involving the Montana Democratic Party.
- Mine operations in Musselshell County are facing potential risks due to a proposed bill introduced under the Crow Revenue Act.
- The Kuomintang is discussing political matters, including defense budgets and arms purchases, with Steve Daines.