AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoIdentity Theft Fallout: A Bozeman man says nearly $10,000 was taken from his Wells Fargo account via an unauthorized wire transfer, leaving him to fight the stress and paperwork after the fraud began in August. Elections & Money in Politics: A Montana ballot initiative would bar corporations from spending on elections, aiming to sidestep Citizens United and set up another potential Supreme Court showdown. Data Centers vs. Voters: A new poll finds nearly 75% of Montana registered voters oppose new data centers, with the issue shaping how people weigh candidates as energy and water demands rise. Energy & Rates: NorthWestern Energy filed with the Montana PSC for a voluntary Green Power Program with local partners, while gas prices stayed volatile in the week ending Sept. 5, including a Broadwater County premium low of $4.88. Local Governance & Privacy: Montana lawmakers are pushing stronger privacy rules around license plate recognition and camera use amid growing national concern. Agriculture & Food Supply: USDA announced a Stand-Up Program to help states launch or expand state meat inspection programs, targeting high start-up costs that limit local processing. Business & Travel Disruption: Missoula airport saw several commercial flights suspended after a business jet made an emergency landing with gear trouble.
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