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Report: Taxpayers to spend $477 billion on tax season

(The Center Square) - Taxpayers are expected to spend 6.93 billion hours and more than $477 billion to be in compliance with the 2026 tax filing season, according to a new report released Monday. Tax Day is Wednesday. The National Taxpayers Union Foundation released a report with estimates on how

Bozeman School District levy could increase staff salaries by 3%

Bozeman School District has a new levy coming to the ballot box May 5. It is comprised of two parts: The elementary school district and the high school district. If both pass, the levies will total $1.8 million per year, permanently. The high school district portion is for $600,

Democratic primary candidates for House seats, Senate, take questions in capital debate

Democratic primary candidates for House seats, Senate, take questions in capital debate

The Montana Democratic Party held three forums for its federal office candidates Sunday, April 12, at the Helena Avenue Theater in the state capital. Retired journalist (and Montana Free Press board member) Mike Dennison moderated the events, which involved Democratic candidates for the state’s two U.S. House districts

Montana Residents See the 7th Smallest Tax Refunds in the Country on Average

Montana Residents See the 7th Smallest Tax Refunds in the Country on Average

As the April tax filing deadline approaches, millions of Americans are preparing their returns and anticipating potential refunds. For many, the federal tax refund represents an important financial boost — one that can help cover expenses, reduce debt, or increase savings. Using the latest data from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

Germany unveils 1.6 bn euro fuel price relief to tackle energy shock

Germany unveils 1.6 bn euro fuel price relief to tackle energy shock

Germany on Monday unveiled 1.6 billion euros ($1.9 billion) in fuel price relief for households and businesses struggling with the energy shock unleashed by the Middle East war. The announcement came after oil prices surged again following the collapse of US-Iran peace talks and US President Donald

More property tax relief needed | Kendall Cotton

Sen. Wylie Galt recently proposed a ballot initiative to cap property taxes, currently labeled BI-11. I welcome this proposal. It seems to be recognition from our leaders that the property tax shifts passed by the 2025 Legislature were inadequate to provide the scale of permanent property tax relief Montanans

US budget deficit remains steady in first quarter of 2026

The US budget deficit remained virtually stable during the first three months of 2026, as increased revenue -- primarily from income taxes and customs duties -- offset an acceleration in spending. Between January and March, the deficit stood at $164 billion, $4 billion higher than in the same period a year earlier,