Tanner Smith on Environment

	Tanner Smith on Environment

Scored 14% on Montana Conservation Voters scorecard

Montana Conservation Voters protects our clean air, clean water, public lands and democracy by supporting leaders who fight for these rights and by holding accountable leaders who do not.

MCV will make climate action an unavoidable issue for voters, candidates and elected officials at all levels of government. MCV will work to replace anti-conservation elected leaders with pro-conservation elected leaders.

2023 House Scorecard for Rep. Tanner Smith: 14%

Source: Montana Conservation Voters on 2024 Montana Governor race , Dec 24, 2023

Hall of Shame on Montana Conservation Voters scorecard

Montana Conservation Voters protects our clean air, clean water, public lands and democracy by supporting leaders who fight for these rights and by holding accountable leaders who do not.

2023 Scorecard for Gov. Gianforte: "Hall of Shame". Gov. Gianforte vetoed SB 442 ["Allow for marijuana tax revenue to be used for county road maintenance"]. Why did the Governor choose to ignore the thousands of everyday Montanans who testified, called, wrote, or rallied in support of this bill? Why did he reject a bipartisan solution, with broad support in the legislature and in communities across Montana? By dismissing the hard work and earnest opinions of so many Montanans, he showed that he has no shame.

Source: Montana Conservation Voters on 2024 Montana Governor race , Dec 24, 2023

Steward with care but without federal overreach

September 7: As your Governor, I will give the Citizens of Montana assurance they will be always protected from Federal Government Over-reach and policies - We will NOT be victims!
September 2: As residents of this beautiful state, we are entrusted with the responsibility of preserving and protecting its natural resources for future generations. Montana's breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and clean waters are not only an essential part of our identity but also an invaluable heritage that we must steward with care. It is upon us to strive for sustainable practices, fostering a culture that ensures we leave Montana better than we found it. Each small effort we make collectively adds up to substantial change, inspiring a brighter and greener future for our children and grandchildren. Allow me to lead that charge once again, as your next Governor

Source: Facebook posting on 2024 Montana Gubernatorial race , Nov 16, 2023

Preserve water rights to safeguard for future

In a press release [announcing his gubernatorial candidacy], Smith emphasized "the power of Montana values and our way of life," such as "hard work, self-reliance, and respect for our natural wonders," and said that he is "determined to preserve and restore these values, ensuring a brighter future for every Montana."

According to the press release, Smith plans to campaign on combating crime; lowering taxes; advocating for "sustainable and diverse energy sources to drive Montana's economy while protecting the environment -- such as the preservation of water rights to safeguard this vital resource for future generations"; "providing quality education"; and "defending the rights and freedoms cherished by Montanans."

Source: Flathead Beacon on 2024 Montana Gubernatorial race , Jun 13, 2023

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