AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoPolice Accountability: A mandatory inquest into the 2024 fatal police shooting of James Bennett in Billings remains unscheduled; the latest estimate puts a hearing in 2027. Public Lands: Gov. Greg Gianforte is asking the Ninth Circuit to overturn an injunction allowing American Prairie bison to graze on federal land. Election Results: Democrat Sam Forstag flipped Montana’s western U.S. House seat, Republican Kurt Alme won the Senate race, and voters approved a ban on corporate campaign spending; lawsuits now challenge the initiative. Transportation & Business: A passenger-rail push in eastern Montana could also improve freight infrastructure and crossing safety. Separately, federal grants will give seven Montana meat processors $2.4 million to expand capacity. Campus & Sports: The University of Montana launched the state’s first human-centered AI career certificate, while Grizzlies running back Eli Gillman broke the Big Sky career touchdown record in a 57-24 win over Portland State.
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