AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSuperfund Cleanup in Columbia Falls: Gov. Greg Gianforte and EPA chief Lee Zeldin toured the Columbia Falls Aluminum Co. Superfund site as remediation moves toward a likely 2029 wrap-up, while early redevelopment begins on the former plant footprint. Wildlife Disease Watch: Montana’s Department of Livestock confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza in a Ravalli County chicken flock, the second detection in 2026, urging strict poultry biosecurity and daily monitoring. Wildfire Funding Debate: A regional policy piece argues Montana and neighbors need a steadier wildfire funding structure—baseline preparedness plus flexible reserves—because suppression costs swing wildly year to year. Wildlife Crossings: A national look at animal-vehicle collision risk highlights wildlife crossings as one tool to reduce crashes, with Montana flagged among the states with higher odds. Mining Impacts, Old and New: Commentary spotlights how historic mining scars still shape Montana landscapes, while new large-scale proposals like the Blue Copper project raise concerns about disturbance in public forests. Energy Costs & Fish Protections: A court-ordered change to Columbia/Snake River dam operations could drive BPA electricity rate hikes, with Montana in the affected region.
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