HELENA – The Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) launched Montana Mobile IDs, which allow Montanans to carry a digital version of their driver license or state-issued ID securely on their iPhone, Apple Watch, and Android devices, providing increased convenience, enhanced security, and greater privacy for users.

Montana Mobile IDs allow citizens to seamlessly and securely add their Montana-issued driver license or state ID to Apple Wallet and Google Wallet, and present their ID for verification using their devices. Mobile IDs allow users to prove their identity to access services online, in-app and in-person; and provide age verification to participating businesses without sharing any additional information such as name, address, or birthdate when making an age-restricted purchase.

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Advanced technology can give us more complete data on the health of endangered whale populations, which helps us figure out how to most effectively support their recovery.

NOAA Fisheries hosted a workshop in June 2024 to accelerate the development of advanced technologies used to assess the health of marine mammals in the wild. The workshop focused on three endangered whale species:

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Atlanta – Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is excited to announce the first 2025 FIN FIT (Financially Fit) event will be held on Wednesday, August 27 from 8:30am-12:30pm at the Century of Flight Hangar, Warner Robins, GA. We are proud to partner with the Georgia VECTR Center (Veterans Education Career Transition Resource), Robins Regional Chamber, and Perry Area Chamber of Commerce for this free small business event. This event is free and open to all Georgians. Free continental breakfast and workbook is included with registration.

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced a $100M pilot funding opportunity to prevent, test for, treat, and cure Hepatitis C (HCV) in individuals with substance use disorder (SUD) and/or serious mental illness (SMI). This program is designed to support communities severely affected by homelessness and to gain insights on effective ways to identify patients, complete treatment, cure infections, and reduce reinfection by Hepatitis C (a liver disease caused by the Hepatitis C virus).

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The U.S. Department of Education will end taxpayer subsidization of illegal aliens in career, technical, and adult education programs. In an interpretive rule issued today, the Department rescinded a Dear Colleague letter from the Clinton Administration that enabled non-qualified illegal aliens to access federal public benefits in contravention of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA). The interpretive rule also ensures that postsecondary education programs authorized under the Higher Education Act (HEA), such as Pell Grants and student loans, continue to be inaccessible to illegal immigrants.

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Looking for a personalized experience when applying for your passport for the first time? We offer ongoing special events where you can apply in person on evenings and weekends.

These events are for first-time customers and children who must apply in person using Form DS-11. Adults who are eligible to renew a passport using Form DS-82 can submit the application online or by mail at any time.

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