"These funds, which will help stimulate regional growth and economic development, represent an important investment in the local community, as well as Montana's economy." Rehberg, who requested the amount, said. "Enhancing the Applied Technology Center will place both MSU-Northern and Havre at the forefront for delivering innovative industrial technology education to the benefit of rural Montana." 

      The funds will be used to enhance technical education and applied research in the subjects of alternative energy and mobile power efficiencies. The improved facility at MSUN will also provide industry training and technical education outreach.

      "I've known Denny for years. He understands the Hi-Line and rural Montana.  Funding like this makes a significant difference in putting high tech equipment into that facility," MSUN Chancellor Alex Capdeville said. "We have a great partnership with companies like General Electric and Caterpillar, so the opportunity to put money toward equipment is a big boost for what we we're able to do." 

      Specifically, the amount will help equip the facility with the latest in communication and visual technologies, instrumentation, test equipment and trainers, and applied research project staffing assistance.

      "MSUN has an opportunity to help our state compete in the global economy, adding highly-trained and technologically proficient employees to Montana's business and industry payrolls," Rehberg said.

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