AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoH-1B Policy Shake-Up: Montana Sen. Tim Sheehy introduced the “End H-1B Abuse Act,” proposing a three-year pause on new H-1B visas and codifying the $100,000 fee the Trump administration imposed before a federal court struck it down—framing it as protection for U.S. workers and a national security move. Grizzly Bear Management: Montana stakeholders are urging public comment on a federal proposal that would shift more day-to-day grizzly management to states, with a key deadline of Aug. 17 and concerns that protections could be loosened. Local Economy & Tourism: Glendive is moving ahead with Montana’s largest mural on a historic grain elevator after receiving a $1.25 million Pilot Community Tourism Grant, using the project to boost downtown activity. Energy & Power Markets: Missoula and Missoula County are advancing a statewide green power “tariff” plan with NorthWestern Energy, aiming to let customers voluntarily subscribe to cleaner electricity. Business & Growth: Bozeman’s UBloom Wigs opens as Montana’s first luxury wig studio, targeting customers facing hair loss from conditions like lupus and cancer. Tech & Privacy: Great Falls is preparing for debate over AI-enabled Flock cameras used at retailers, as privacy concerns resurface.
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