Blackfeet firm to receive Defense earmark
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
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The
Blackfeet Nation of Montana is set to receive a $4 million earmark under the fiscal year 2010 Defense Appropriations Act.
Pikuni Industries will use the money to develop and test new lightweight materials for use in missile construction.
Sen. Max Baucus (D-Montana) and
Sen. Jon Tester (D-Montana) support the earmark.
The
Senate passed the bill on Tuesday. It will be reconciled with the
House version.
Get the Story:
Senate OKs $70 million for state's defense projects
(The Great Falls Tribune 10/7)
Press Release: Senate passes defense funding for Montana (Sen Tester 10/6)
FY 2010 Defense Appropriations Act:
H.R.3326
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