AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMontana Insurance Fight: A Montana class action says State Farm systematically refuses to pay for pre- and post-repair scans when vehicles are fixed at independent shops, pointing to an August 2024 advisory from the state insurance commissioner. Education Funding: A Montana public schools budget commission wrapped up a 15-month run, sending lawmakers recommendations for the 2027 session, including a push to simplify the state’s school funding formula and draft changes for special education, Indian Education For All, at-risk students, and building renovations. Counter-Drone Training: The U.S. Air Force plans to buy Chinese-made DJI drones for counter-drone drills at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, aimed at protecting the Minuteman III missile complex. Wildlife Medicine in Montana: Researchers previously tested drone-dropped peanut-butter vaccine baits to fight sylvatic plague in prairie dog colonies—key to saving the endangered black-footed ferret. Local Energy & Jobs: Empire Petroleum reported Q2 results and an operational update, including major gas compression upgrades supporting higher production. Fuel Watch: Diesel prices hit a low of about $4.94 in Lake County in the week ending Aug. 8, with Montana’s statewide average around $5.06.
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