The Montana way: Protect the environment and develop natural resources

Almost one year ago to the day, I held an energy summit in Billings with over 600 Montanans talking about the future of Montana energy.

Last week, I stood with President Trump, Vice President Pence, Energy Secretary Perry, Interior Secretary Zinke, EPA Administrator Pruitt as well as 20 coal miners to mark the start of a new era in energy production and job creation.

Last Tuesday, President Trump took decisive action directing the EPA to suspend, revise, or rescind the EPA Power Plan that is stifling jobs.

Then on Wednesday, Secretary Zinke reversed harmful regulations and instilled commonsens...