AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMontana Politics: Independent U.S. Senate candidate Seth Bodnar says he won’t drop out despite deadline pressure and rumors swirling around other contenders, framing his run as sending “someone to D.C. who works for Montana.” Local Governance: Whitefish City Council is weighing how many “carryover mills” to include in its FY27 budget, with staff warning the legislature could strip unused taxing authority. Courts & Rights: A federal judge ordered the release of a Yellowstone County man held by Customs and Border Patrol, saying the detention lacked a warrant and probable cause. Housing: Eastern Montana leaders are pushing a regional affordable housing strategy after residents and employers point to a lack of homes as the biggest barrier to growth. Energy & Growth: Stillwater County renewable projects are pitching solar and wind as a potential win for ranchers, even as land-use concerns linger. Wildlife Safety: FWP is urging Montanans to prevent bears from learning that Miles City is an easy meal.
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