AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFederal Cannabis Shift: Acting AG Todd Blanche moved cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III, and Absarokee’s Jamie Pearson breaks down what that could mean for Montana’s policy and businesses. Public Lands Fight: The Forest Service approved an Idaho group’s request to use banned chainsaws to clear hundreds of miles of wilderness trails—sparking backlash from conservation groups. Montana Courts & Immigration: Montana AG Austin Knudsen asked the state Supreme Court to dismiss a Gallatin County attorney case tied to ICE information-sharing, while residents sue Gallatin County over its 287(g) immigration enforcement deal. Health Watch: A new study says Montana’s heart-disease death rate is rising. Local Life: Miles City’s Bucking Horse Sale drew crowds for its 75th anniversary; Helena’s urban deer numbers hit a record—yet conflict calls are down. Education & Community: UM is distributing telescopes to public and tribal libraries statewide, and North Valley Food Bank’s FEED KIDS drive targets summer meal gaps.
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