AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoU.S. Politics & Governance: Montana’s AG Austin Knudsen issued a legal opinion that could knock Rep. Llew Jones off the November ballot over term-limit rules, a move Jones calls politically motivated. Montana Elections: In the final stretch before Montana ballots lock, Sen. candidate Alani Bankhead says she won’t drop out despite pressure from Democrats and an independent challenge from Seth Bodnar. Wildfire & Safety: Wildfires in Montana continue to expand, including the Sand Creek Fire, with evacuations and ongoing structure protection efforts. Early Childhood Education: Proposed changes to the federally funded Head Start program could reshape Montana classrooms, including a shift from bilingual models to English-only instruction. Local Government & Data Centers: Yellowstone County’s data-center initiative appears effectively dead after a judge ruled the signature deadline was missed; meanwhile, deputies detained a data-center petition advocate at MontanaFair. Economy & Crime: Rising cattle costs are driving fears of more livestock theft across Montana. Health & Education: University of Mary is expanding its tuition-free academy model with 65 new scholarships for students starting fall 2027. Consumer Watch: 3 Rivers Communications warns of fake “remote job” listings that trick applicants into handing over personal information.
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