A reality based independent journal of observation & analysis, serving the Flathead Valley & Montana since 2006. © James Conner.
Twelve Republicans voted for the compact. Among them was Rep. Greg Hertz of Polson, who had voted against the motion to blast the bill from committee. His vote for the compact was a bit of a surprise, but a welcome one.
Once again, all of the Flathead’s Republican representatives voted Nay.
The extended debate was at times emotional. Absurd claims were made. Rep. Zac Perry (D-Hungry Horse, HD-3) used Twitter to identify one whopper:
