AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoUtility Merger: Montana’s Public Service Commission approved NorthWestern Energy’s $15.4 billion merger with Black Hills in a 3-2 vote, clearing the final state hurdle. The order says the deal won’t raise rates and requires plans for the companies’ increased share of Colstrip power, though critics worry about bills and local oversight. Crow Tribe Infrastructure: The federal government is suing over alleged long-running failures in the Crow reservation’s water and sewage systems, seeking repairs to address environmental and health standards. AI and Data Centers: Former Sen. Jon Tester has taken an advisory role with Palantir, a company criticized for its surveillance and immigration-enforcement work. Tester says communities need control and transparency as Montana debates data-center growth. Billings Economy: Tourism brought an estimated $1.3 billion in economic impact to the Billings area during the 2025-26 study period, supporting more than 10,000 jobs. Agriculture: The USDA is investing $2.4 million to expand Montana meat-processing capacity, aiming to strengthen competition and support ranchers.
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