Local officials tell Montana committee grant rules, capacity create barriers
City and county leaders told the Local Government Interim Committee that administrative capacity, matching requirements and coordination with state agencies affect their ability to secure federal and state grants during a Jan. 22, 2026 hearing in Helena and by Zoom.
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Local government representatives described practical challenges in applying for and administering federal and state grants, and asked the committee for clearer state support and coordination.
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