Big Sky Brighter Future

Montana is a place we love to call home. Natural beauty and commitment to community make Montana an extraordinary place to live for many, but too many Montanans face barriers to building the best futures for themselves and their families.

To move Montana forward and truly make it a state where we can all live, work, and enjoy all that Big Sky Country has to offer, we must be bold. We need to rebuild the systems that are meant to serve families and communities and eliminate structural inequities so that we all have what we need. Not just during times of crisis, but every day.

Now it is more important than ever to invest in good jobs for a modern economy, affordable health care, quality education, stable families, strong communities, and a safe environment.

Big Sky Brighter Future is charting a clear course with concrete policy solutions to rebuild our state.

There's a better Montana on the horizon, and we know how to get there.

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Strengthen Families

  • Affordable Utilities
  • Paid Family and Medical Leave
  • Affordable Housing

It’s hard for families to get ahead when they cannot afford the necessities. Families need the basics to be able to focus on their financial future. This is how we build a better tomorrow, one family at a time.

Boost Workers

  • Improve Wages and Support for Working Families
  • Expand the State Earned Income Tax Credit

Montanans work hard but earn some of the lowest wages in the nation. We need protections for workers so they can breathe easier, be prepared for the unexpected, and invest in what is next. This is how we make the future brighter for working families.

Educate for Our Future

  • Pre-K and Early Childhood Education
  • Expand Support for Montana Families Attending College
  • Invest in K-12 Education

Montana has a strong public education system, but more must be done. When all Montana students—from cradle to career—receive a quality education, our whole state benefits. This is how we ensure a strong workforce that supports families and how we create a better path for Montana students.

Create a Tax Code That Works for Everyone

  • Revenue Proposals & Smart Investments

Montana has a history of cutting taxes for the wealthy and creating loopholes for special interests and out-of-state corporations. There is a way to generate the revenue we need and create a tax code that does not put the greatest weight on everyday Montanans. We can create a brighter future when we all pay our fair share.

Build Resilient Communities

  • Invest in Tribal Health and Urban Indian Health Programs
  • Protecting the Civil Rights of All Montanans
  • Promote Equity in the Justice System
  • Make Temporary Tribal Property Tax Exemption Permanent
  • Defer to Tribal Taxation Authority
  • Access to Democracy and Voting
Big Sky Brighter Future is a project of the Montana Budget & Policy Center.