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Tester helps secure $2.5 million for Montana farmers and ranchers impacted by wildfire

Sep 8, 2017
Sep 8, 2017 Updated Oct 13, 2017

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After demanding the federal government step up and provide Montana with the resources it needs, U.S. Senator Jon Tester on Sept. 8 announced that approximately 30 Montana farmers and ranchers will receive $2.5 million to help rebuild after devastating wildfires ravaged eastern Montana.

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