Governor relaxes COVID-19 restrictions on businesses

HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte announced Wednesday that he is removing existing health mandates issued by his predecessor, saying the restrictions are harmful to the state's businesses.

Gianforte: Public health directives will change in coming weeks

Black's local health order will expire when statewide mandates are lifted

Gov. Greg Gianforte said he would not immediately repeal the statewide mask mandate despite leveling criticism at the directive while on the campaign trail.

Mask mandate in doubt with incoming governor

HELENA, Mont. — Incoming Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte signaled he won't continue a statewide mask mandate in place since July, though he said he plans to wear a mask himself and get vaccinated against COVID-19.

Gianforte urges Montanans to don masks, protect the vulnerable

With the coronavirus pandemic showing no signs of abating before January, Gov.-elect Greg Gianforte said he will focus on keeping the most vulnerable Montanas safe while reopening the state’s economy.

Gianforte touts economic plan during Libby event

Republican gubernatorial candidate and U.S. Rep. Greg Gianforte clarified the central issue of his platform during a campaign stop in Libby on July 14.