AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoSchool Meals & Local Food: Reps. John Garamendi and James Gallagher, with Sen. Tim Sheehy and Sen. Adam Schiff, reintroduced the American Food for American Schools Act to push American-grown food into school lunches. Bison Management Lawsuit: A Montana federal court denied the government’s bid to pause a Yellowstone bison lawsuit, keeping pressure on federal wildlife management to use the best available science. Forensic Mental Health Facility: Laurel is weighing whether to join a lawsuit challenging the state’s forensic mental health facility plans, with concerns raised about permitting, public participation, and an inadequate environmental assessment. Public Health—Cyclospora: CDC reports cyclosporiasis cases have surged to 47 states, with 10,468 lab-confirmed cases since May 1 and two deaths, tied in part to recalled iceberg lettuce. Healthcare Access in Rural Montana: Logan Health–Shelby and Toole County Health Department are asking residents to complete a community health survey by Aug. 31 to guide local priorities. Local Health Funding: Cascade City-County Health Department faces a budget shortfall, cutting back or shifting grant-funded services. Community Health & Housing: Bozeman’s homelessness count dropped in 2026, with leaders pointing to expanded shelter capacity and affordable housing. Food Safety Recall: Walmart-linked Bettergoods pistachio nut butter is recalled in a specific lot over possible salmonella contamination. Wildlife & Community: American Prairie filed suit to challenge a BLM decision affecting bison grazing permits on federal lands.
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