Eric Dietrich

Helena

Deputy Editor, Reporter and Data Designer at Montana Free Press

Deputy editor/reporter/data designer, @mtfreepress. Montana government + economy most days. Alum @montanastate engineering. [email protected]

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Listen: 69th Legislature live recap

3 days ago | mtpr.org | Shaylee Ragar |Ellis Juhlin |Aaron Bolton |Eric Dietrich

This special live episode of The Session was recorded on May 7, 2025, a week after the legislative session wrapped up. We review the major legislation, from tax policy, to education to health care in Indian country and more. MTPR's Shaylee Ragar, Aaron Bolton and Ellis Juhlin are joined by Tom Lutey, Eric Dietrich, Mara Silvers, Amanda Eggert, Alex Sakariassen and Nora Mabie from the Montana Free Press.
Sine Die

1 week ago | mtpr.org | Shaylee Ragar |Eric Dietrich

The 69th Legislature has adjourned. We're here to talk about what happened and what comes next. MTPR's Shaylee Ragar is joined by Tom Lutey, Eric Dietrich and Mara Silvers from the Montana Free Press. Do you have questions about the results of the 69th legislative session and how they may affect you? Learn about the key bills, big debates, party politics and what’s next for Montana’s laws from the journalists who were there.
Lawmakers send second-home tax to governor

2 weeks ago | nbcmontana.com | Eric Dietrich

HELENA, Mont. — Following months of debate, Montana lawmakers have cast the final votes to send a landmark property tax relief measure to the desk of Gov. Greg Gianforte, aiming to reduce taxes on homeowners and landlords by, in part, raising taxes on second homes and Airbnb-style short term rentals. Gianforte, a Republican, is likely to sign the package, which was developed by his property tax task force and served as a centerpiece of his reelection campaign last year.
Gianforte Signs $278 Million A Year Income Tax Cut Measure

2 weeks ago | powderriverexaminer.com | Eric Dietrich

By Eric Dietrich, Deputy Editor, Montana Free Presshttp://www.montanafreepress.comRepublican-backed measure cuts the state's top-bracket tax rate to 5.4%, extends a lower rate to more middle-income taxpayers. Standing with a gaggle of Republican lawmakers Monday on the steps of the state Capitol, Gov. Greg Gianforte put pen to paper to sign a sweeping income tax cut, saying that scaling back state taxes on Montanans across the income spectrum will boost the state's economy.
Second-home tax bills advance over opposition from business lobby

2 weeks ago | milescitystar.com | Eric Dietrich

Vocal opposition from an array of business sector lobbyists failed to derail a pair of bills implementing Gov. Greg Gianforte’s signature property tax relief measure as they advanced Tuesday toward their final legislative votes. The governor’s proposal, now contained in House Bill 231 and Senate Bill 542, would scale back taxes on primary residences and long-term rentals.
Lawmakers send second-home tax to governor

2 weeks ago | montanafreepress.org | Eric Dietrich

Following months of debate, Montana lawmakers have cast the final votes to send a landmark property tax relief measure to the desk of Gov. Greg Gianforte, aiming to reduce taxes on homeowners and landlords by, in part, raising taxes on second homes and Airbnb-style short term rentals. Gianforte, a Republican, is likely to sign the package, which was developed by his property tax task force and served as a centerpiece of his reelection campaign last year.
Second-home tax bills advance over opposition from Montana business lobby

2 weeks ago | bozemandailychronicle.com | Eric Dietrich

HELENA — Vocal opposition from an array of business sector lobbyists failed to derail a pair of bills implementing Gov. Greg Gianforte’s signature property tax relief measure as they advanced Tuesday toward their final legislative votes. The second-home tax, developed by Rep.
Arts grants head to Montana governor without cuts restored

2 weeks ago | jhnewsandguide.com | Eric Dietrich

(AP) — Lawmakers have sent a bill funding arts grants to Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte without restoring awards that were cut amid a scuffle — driven by Anaconda Republican Rep. John Fitzpatrick — over organizations that didn’t present their applications before a legislative budget subcommittee. The grants bill, House Bill 9, is a routine funding measure that routes investment earnings from the state’s coal trust to grants that support cultural and aesthetic projects.
Gianforte signs $278-million-a-year income tax cut measure

2 weeks ago | terrytribune.com | Eric Dietrich

Standing with a gaggle of Republican lawmakers Monday on the steps of the state Capitol, Gov. Greg Gianforte put pen to paper to sign a sweeping income tax cut, saying that scaling back state taxes on Montanans across the income spectrum will boost the state’s economy. House Bill 337 reduces the state’s top-bracket tax rate down from 5.9% to 5.4% over the next two years.
Gianforte signs $278-million-a-year income tax cut measure

2 weeks ago | milescitystar.com | Eric Dietrich

Standing with a gaggle of Republican lawmakers Monday on the steps of the state Capitol, Gov. Greg Gianforte put pen to paper to sign a sweeping income tax cut, saying that scaling back state taxes on Montanans across the income spectrum will boost the state’s economy. House Bill 337 reduces the state’s top-bracket tax rate down from 5.9% to 5.4% over the next two years.