AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoData Centers Backlash: A conservative group says protests against AI data centers are planned nationwide for July 18, including in Montana, with organizers citing higher utility costs, water demand, noise, land-use changes and security risks. Local Tax Pressure: A Montana op-ed argues recent tax changes are forcing some families to sell long-held property, calling for caps on government budget growth and automatic refunds of overcollections. USDA Crop Insurance: USDA will expand crop insurance options for forage producers in select Montana counties starting with the 2027 crop year, replacing Actual Production History for forage production. Medicaid Work Requirements Pushback: Montana advocates rallied at the Capitol after new Medicaid expansion community engagement requirements began, warning the paperwork burden could disrupt care for eligible adults. Repair Rights Win: The FTC and multiple state AGs reached a 10-year settlement with John Deere to give farmers and independent repair shops equal access to diagnostic software tools. Montana Data Center Setback: A proposed 29MW data center plan in Bonner was withdrawn after public concerns and a property owner pulled support, while Missoula County weighs a moratorium. Business & Consumer: Montana’s state auditor launched a reduced-fine compliance program for illegal MLMs, offering a $1,500 initial notice window.
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