AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoGas Prices & Energy Costs: AAA says the national regular-gas average held at about $4.09 this week, with crude still near $80 a barrel—meaning Montana consumers may not see the usual August relief. Public Health & Food Safety: A cyclosporiasis outbreak is now reported in 45 states, with Ohio alone topping 4,000 cases, keeping pressure on food-safety monitoring. Healthcare Policy: Medicaid work requirements are set to take legal effect today, a move that could strip coverage from millions nationwide—an issue Montana families will feel through provider and enrollment impacts. Montana Justice & Nonprofits: The Montana Justice Foundation awarded more than $2.34 million to expand civil legal services, including $40,000 for domestic-violence legal help in Red Lodge. Power & Utilities: NorthWestern Energy’s long-term plan faces criticism at the Montana Public Service Commission over how it accounts for data centers, climate impacts, and future power costs. Agriculture & Ranching: Montana Farm Bureau urged APHIS to preserve grasshopper and Mormon cricket control tools in its EIS process. Local Business & Community: Polson’s free Community Block Party is set for Aug. 20, featuring local businesses, food vendors, and first responders. Montana Courts: A Billings Clinic lawsuit alleges patient website tracking was shared with third-party advertisers without consent.
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