AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFederal Policy Push: A bipartisan bill—the Promoting Childhood Independence and Resilience Act—would help states draw a clearer line between normal childhood independence and neglect, backing training and a federal study while building on “reasonable independence” laws already passed in 13 states. Montana Politics: Pete Buttigieg brought fresh attention to the Montana Plan in Butte, urging volunteers to keep collecting signatures to curb corporate dark money in elections. Housing Watch: Missoula is set to decide Monday on selling a 13-acre city-owned parcel behind Bob Ward’s for $5.9 million to Miramonte Companies, aiming to expand for-sale and rental housing plus a park. Local Economy & Culture: Montana’s breweries are credited with pouring $574 million into the state economy, while Bigfork’s historic inn is finally reopening after a long restoration. Health & Compliance: FDA inspection counts show Yellowstone County cities saw eight companies inspected in 2025, all reported as compliant or with no action indicated.
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