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Stillwater County Proposes Forensic Mental Health Facility Amid Opposition

10/2/2025

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Stillwater County seeks to host eastern Montana's forensic mental health facility, proposing a Columbus site near Billings Clinic with 450 jobs.
The hospital opposes the proposal due to staffing concerns; no formal stance has been issued.
Governor Greg Gianforte backs discussions and plans public input; Laurel and Big Horn counties are interested, with $26.2 million approved but no site finalized.

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Story summary

Stillwater County seeks to host eastern Montana's forensic mental health facility, proposing a Columbus site near Billings Clinic with 450 jobs.
The hospital opposes the proposal due to staffing concerns; no formal stance has been issued.
Governor Greg Gianforte backs discussions and plans public input; Laurel and Big Horn counties are interested, with $26.2 million approved but no site finalized.