AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoDiesel Cost Relief: President Trump signed an executive order easing limits on tax-free red-dyed diesel, arguing it will cut fuel costs for farmers and lower prices ahead of the Nov. 3 midterms. Election & Courts: A Montana judge struck down a birthdate requirement on absentee ballots, raising concerns about confusion as overseas ballots are already in motion. Local Governance: Dawson County voters will weigh changes to county and city election structures, including whether to shift some offices from partisan to nonpartisan races. Montana Business & Community: Missoula rolled out a new child-care recognition system, “Montana’s Treasures,” replacing Stars to Quality and tying recognition to support for providers serving scholarship families. Rural Economy: MSU Extension is hosting the Reimagining Rural Roadshow in Winnett to connect rural leaders with resources and small-town success strategies. Regulation & Permitting: A federal permitting bill would limit agencies’ ability to revoke permits and let applicants sue over discriminatory delays. Energy & Land Use: A new pushback against data centers highlights worries about power costs and farmland impacts.
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