AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoRare Earth Race: The U.S. Army is backing REalloys to build and run a heavy rare earth processing operation at Utah’s Tooele Army Depot, targeting dysprosium and terbium to support defense magnets and reduce reliance on China. Public Lands Grazing: Federal rules for grazing on 155 million acres are being overhauled, with critics saying the draft would expand grazing while shrinking public input. Montana Insurance Scam Crackdown: Insurance Commissioner James Brown says his office took action against Strategic Limited Partnerships after Montanans bought unlicensed health plans that wouldn’t pay claims. Montana Budget Watch: Montana general fund revenues rose 4.1% in FY2025, easing worries ahead of the 2027 session. SNAP Cost Shift: A federal change could require Montana to help pay SNAP costs starting in 2027 if its error rate stays above 6%, with Montana currently at 8.86%. Local Governance & Data Centers: A proposed Bonner data center stalled after the property owner withdrew support amid environmental concerns. Wildfire Health: Montana air quality could worsen as wildfire season ramps up, with guidance on reducing smoke exposure.
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