AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDefense Supply Chain: The U.S. is scrambling for tungsten, a “war metal” dominated by China, as it burns through missile stockpiles tied to the Iran conflict. Wildlife on Montana Roads: Western painted turtles are crossing busy highways during spring nesting, with Highway 93 near Nine Pipes Reservoir flagged as a major danger—plans for safer crossings are in limbo after federal funding was cut. Public Lands Policy: A win for access and multiple-use is emerging as the BLM rescinds the Public Lands Rule that elevated conservation above other uses. Water & Wastewater: Flathead-area conservation groups are launching a “community treasure hunt” to find a safer location for a new septage/wastewater facility, pushing back on a site near Flathead Lake. Energy & Growth: A data center proposal north of Billings is raising eyebrows over how much power it wants and what that could mean for Montana’s grid. Tourism Pressure: Glacier’s Going-to-the-Sun Road is moving toward opening without reservations, after a reservation system drew mixed reactions from locals.
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