April 11, 2025 – The Montana Budget Grew by 11.1% This Year
The newly released budget request shows that Montana’s state budget is increasing by 11.1%, marking a significant jump from the previous cycle.
This figure does not include additional one-time-only funding, which adds another 7.23% in growth.
The next two-year budget is projected to reach $16.5 billion, compared to the previous two-year budget of $14.68 billion.
This substantial increase reflects growing state expenditures and highlights ongoing discussions about long-term fiscal responsibility and property tax pressures faced by Montana families.
Montana’s current budget request raises the state budget by 11.1%, with additional one-time funds contributing another 7.23% increase.
Montana Budget Increased by 11.1% This Year
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