AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSNAP & Disaster Relief: North Dakota HHS says SNAP replacement benefits are available for households that lost food in June storm power outages lasting more than four hours, including some Montana-Dakota Utilities and other utility service areas. Business Climate: WalletHub ranks Montana 12th for starting a business, praising affordability and cheap office space while flagging weaker access to resources. Energy & Environment: A Billings-area data center plan near Broadview is drawing scrutiny after records show proposed gas-fired generation far larger than the state’s typical residential use, raising questions about “renewable” messaging. Immigration Enforcement Funding: Montana AG Austin Knudsen leads a 22-state coalition urging Congress to pass long-term funding for CBP and ICE. Courts & Elections: The Montana Supreme Court approved rewritten ballot language for the Transparent Election Initiative limiting corporate political contributions. Mining Jobs: Stillwater Mine plans to hire 150 workers after 2024 layoffs, citing palladium recovery but noting parts of the operation remain in maintenance mode. Public Health Costs: A federal audit describes waste and safety risks at Camp East Montana, including missing or destroyed materials in a detainee death case. Rural Care Planning: Montana coverage explains Medicaid liens and estate recovery rules that can affect families seeking long-term care. Local Economy: Montana’s gas prices show week-to-week volatility, with Golden Valley County reporting a low of $4.95 for regular.
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