AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSchool Revenue: Montana’s Land Board approved about $927,000 in new trust-land revenue for schools, including proceeds from timber sales and easements. Small-Business Support: Montana businesses and nonprofits affected by last June’s hail, wind and heavy rain have until Nov. 23 to apply for SBA disaster loans. Tourism and Air Travel: Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport has topped 3 million passengers, while businesses report a flat summer tourism season amid inflation, smoke and a runway closure. Tech and Workforce: Montana’s high-tech industry contributes $4.4 billion to the state economy; separately, the state Labor Department received $4.8 million to expand employer-led job training as businesses seek skilled workers. Energy Investment: Puget Sound Energy has begun building a 130-megawatt solar farm in Stillwater County, a project expected to employ about 250 workers during construction and generate roughly $4.8 million in county impact fees over three years.
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