AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoData Center Backlash: A conservative group called Humans First is organizing a July 18 protest day in more than 50 U.S. locations, arguing AI data centers are driving up utility costs, straining water, and raising noise and land-use concerns. Montana Research: MSU Northern is sharing preliminary results from a study measuring resting metabolism in Havre-area adult women, with a public presentation July 21 at the Hagener Science Building. Public Health Policy: In Helena, more than 100 people rallied against federal Medicaid changes, including new work requirements and shorter certification periods that Montana began early on July 1. Water Quality: Missoula received over $1 million in principal-forgiven state funding to design stormwater treatment that targets pesticide-related compounds and other emerging contaminants before they reach the Bitterroot River. Tech & Competition: The FTC and state AGs reached a proposed 10-year settlement with John Deere to end its software repair lock-in, giving farmers and independent mechanics equal access to diagnostic tools. Energy Grid: Western governors launched a task force to speed permitting and prioritize upgrades for the regional power grid.
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