AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMontana Medicaid snapshot: New federal spending data show local Medicaid surgery bills rising in multiple Montana communities, including Hardin ($86 in 2024, +32%), Missoula alcohol and drug abuse treatment ($9.83M, +1.6%), Bozeman chemotherapy drugs ($7,662, +143.9%), and Ronan surgery ($382, +22%), underscoring how public health dollars are shifting at the local level. Public safety and health policy: Gov. Gianforte met HUD Secretary Scott Turner in Bozeman to discuss housing stability for Montana foster youth transitioning out of care, tied to HUD’s Melania Trump Foster Youth to Independence vouchers. Courts and crime: Federal prosecutors say four defendants linked to a Great Falls-area meth trafficking network received prison sentences after authorities seized more than 100 pounds of methamphetamine. Agriculture and business: Constellation Brands is investing $100 million to support Montana and northern plains barley farmers, aiming to boost grower hope and profitability. Sports: Montana opened the season with a 28-21 win over Southern Utah, capped by a late touchdown and key special teams plays. Entertainment: CBS will air “Remembering Dolly: A Rhinestone Life,” a live Entertainment Tonight special honoring Dolly Parton.
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