— This report summarizes Montana’s economy analyzing recent growth and what is driving its performance, including a description of how federal lands help attract people, investment, and businesses.
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Public Lands
How western communities and counties benefit from nearby federal lands as the region’s economy evolves is a critical issue for local leaders, officials, and businesses seeking to remain economically competitive.
The Economic Importance of National Monuments to Communities
— This UPDATED research and interactive charts show that the local economies adjacent to all 17 national monuments studied in the West expanded following the monument’s creation.
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National Monuments: Economic Performance Before and After Designation
— Assess the UPDATED trends and performance of four key economic indicators in communities adjacent to national monuments: population, employment, personal income, and per capita income.
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National Parks Economic Impacts
— Explore estimated visits, jobs, and labor income created by visitor spending in National Park Service lands.
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