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HELENA, Mont. — Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen supported projects during Monday’s State Board of Land Commissioners (Land Board) meeting that are estimated to generate more than $750,000 in revenue for Montana’s state trusts, with over $600,000 dedicated to supporting the state’s K–12 schools.
The Land Board approved four western Montana timber projects that will provide important revenue for Montana’s state trusts while supporting timber professionals and strengthening local economies. The timber sales are expected to deliver hundreds of thousands of dollars for Montana’s trust beneficiaries, including schools across the state.
“These timber sales show how we can responsibly manage our forests while providing real economic benefits for Montana families and classrooms,” said Secretary Jacobsen. “I’m grateful for the timber professionals who do this work and proud to stand with them.”
In addition to the timber projects, Secretary Jacobsen joined her Land Board colleagues in approving several easements that will help deliver long‑term benefits for Montana communities. Among them was a pedestrian and bicycle trail easement in Lincoln County that will improve access for northwest Montana recreationists and families while bolstering revenue for state trust lands.
“Whether it’s a timber sale, an easement for improved infrastructure, or a trail project that expands opportunities for outdoor recreation, my focus on the Land Board is to responsibly manage our trust lands, support local jobs, and maximize returns for Montana’s students,” Secretary Jacobsen said.