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  • Coal restrictions hurt Montana's economy

    Shawn Regan and Fred Thomas|Updated Nov 4, 2013

    When it comes to developing our energy resources, Montanans have grown accustomed to the federal government getting in the way. But as coal development projects in the state move forward, the latest roadblock is coming from right here in Montana. On a recent visit to the Crow Indian Nation, we learned how local opposition to coal exports is impacting one of the poorest communities in the state. Some cities along rail routes in Montana are trying to limit coal-train traffic, citing concerns about quality of life, traffic conge...