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“Here at the Secretary of State’s Office, we remain focused on making business registrations simple, affordable, and accessible through modern online services and reduced costs. I'm proud to waive the 2026 Annual Report filing fee!"
Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen waived the 2026 Annual Report filing fee for all businesses that file between January 1 and April 15, 2026.
Results and information from the 2024 General Election. Results are unofficial until canvassed.
Business registrations and everything you need to start, maintain, and grow your business in Montana. Secretary Christi Jacobsen is waiving the 2026 Annual Report filing fee for businesses that file between January 1 and April 15, 2026.
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Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen highlighted the new Tractor Supply Co. Store in Helena earlier this week, meeting with store manager Kevin Stanina and touring the company’s latest addition to its statewide retail network.
Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen announced that more than 6,000 new businesses registered in Montana in January, marking a strong start to 2026 and continuing the state’s trend of historic business growth. Building on a record-breaking 2025, Montana has once again surpassed 6,000 registrations in a single month, reflecting the confidence of entrepreneurs and small business owners across the Treasure State.
Last year, Montana Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen was recognized by peers across the country as a leader in business services. This week, Secretary Jacobsen officially took her place as co-chair of the Business Services Committee for the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS), formally beginning her leadership role representing Montana on the national stage.
"I am taking this moment to thank you. Thank you for the way you deliver service in a pleasant, knowledgeable, and efficient manner! I continue to be very satisfied and appreciative of the service I receive. Your department exemplifies how service should be delivered!"
"I just wanted to commend Kelley for the great job she did helping me on the phone today. She should be acknowledged for her patience and understanding "
“I received the email notice for filing the 2022 Annual Report for my business today. The link led me to a very user-friendly site which allowed me to update, file and submit payment for the 2022 Annual Report in just minutes.
“THANK YOU!! That was the easiest annual report I’ve ever had to file. I appreciate you making the web so much easier to navigate. HUGE improvement! Kudos to you and your staff!”
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