AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSNAP Pressure on Montana Families: New USDA data says Montana could soon be forced to absorb higher SNAP administration costs, raising the risk that 75,000+ families lose food assistance; Montana Food Bank Network is urging Congress to delay the shift. Medicaid Work Requirements Pushback: More than 100 people rallied at the Montana Capitol against new Medicaid community engagement rules that require 80 hours/month of work or approved activities, with advocates warning the paperwork burden could disrupt care. Rural Care Expansion in Polson: Providence St. Joseph’s is building a $12.8 million rural clinic expected to open in early October, adding 26 exam rooms and expanding primary care, behavioral health, and pediatrics access. Care Access via Diversion Program: Emergence Health Network and the El Paso Police Department are expanding a diversion approach that routes eligible people to a treatment center instead of jail or the ER. Wildfire Smoke Health Prep: Officials in Big Horn County urged residents to plan now for smoke impacts, especially for kids, older adults, pregnant people, and those with asthma or heart disease. Food Safety Recall: FDA says select Oribe Serene Scalp Densifying Shampoo lots were voluntarily recalled after detection of bacteria that may pose higher risk for people with weakened immune systems.
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