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Disaffected Republicans and resurgent Democrats just took over the Montana Legislature and spent big on education and health care.

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Even as Oak Flat moves ahead, the mining industry commits to voluntary guidelines to consult with communities.

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But now, the pressure is on for co-ops in Colorado to invest in renewable energy, following passage of state laws starting in 2019 that require utilities to slash their greenhouse gas emissions by 80% ...

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