Bullock's plan has lots for Hi-Line

Montana Gov. Steve Bullock’s $300 million Build Montana program, aimed at improving the state’s sagging infrastructure, includes several projects for the Hi-Line.

In addition to the importance of improving the state’s schools, highways and water projects, the governor said the program would add jobs and improve the economy around the state.

The Montana Commerce Department estimates the governor’s effort would support 4,293 jobs, create $561 million in economic output and increase wages by $200 million the governor said in introducing the plan.

State Rep. Jeff Welborn, a Republi...