AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMedicaid Work Rules in Montana: CMS released guidance letting states use a “tier system” to exempt people from new Medicaid work requirements tied to “medical frailty,” aiming to reduce red tape for very sick patients. Food Safety Alert: Idaho’s Evergreen Fresh Sprouts recalled 215 cases of broccoli sprouts after a Salmonella outbreak tied to Washington, Idaho, Montana and Utah sickened 22 people, with two hospitalized; consumers are urged to discard affected product. Kratom Fight in Helena: Montana lawmakers are weighing a statewide kratom ban as the industry argues regulation is the better path, amid claims of dozens of deaths linked to the substance. Obamacare Refunds: The White House says nearly 1 million Americans in 30 states—including Montana—will get $500 refunds for alleged Obamacare “user fee” overcharges, with checks starting in October. Local Health & Community: A Montana Veterans Affairs Service Officer will be on duty in Fort Benton to help veterans access benefits, including healthcare and disability. Mental Health in the Outdoors: Redside Foundation highlights rising loneliness, depression, suicide risk and substance abuse among river and wilderness guides, and points to support programs in Montana and nearby states. Child Safety Case: A Columbia Falls therapist faces felony charges after authorities recovered about 3,000 videos of child sexual abuse material.
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