AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoFood Safety in Billings: Montana’s Department of Livestock moved to suspend Meadow Gold’s Billings milk plant operating license after inspectors found repeated sanitation and contamination problems tied to federal dairy standards. The department issued a notice of proposed suspension with a chance for corrective action or a hearing. Public Lands & Access: A Montana guide is pushing back on the Interior Department’s “review” of rules for managing wild lands, arguing it threatens protections that keep places like the Upper Missouri River Breaks wild. Mining Watch: DEQ released a draft environmental assessment for an Australian company’s proposed tungsten exploration near Philipsburg, with public comments due Aug. 14. Wildlife Court Fight: Montana wildlife advocates sued over a rollback to the Endangered Species Act “harm” definition, arguing it weakens protections. Recall Alert: Walmart shoppers in Montana are among those affected by a recall of Bettergoods pistachio nut butter sold in 19 states after salmonella was detected; no illnesses reported. Tech & Privacy: Sen. Ron Wyden says some businesses are dodging state privacy opt-outs by using inaccurate geolocation data.
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