AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 minutes agoDakota Access Pipeline settlement: North Dakota and the federal government have reached a final deal over law enforcement costs from the 2016-17 DAPL protests, with the U.S. set to pay nearly $28 million to the state—bringing total reimbursement to about $38 million. Public safety and rail: The National Transportation Safety Board says a fiery 2024 derailment near Bordulac, ND, shows why railroads must replace older tank cars and rethink how hazardous liquids are grouped. Health access: North Dakota is launching a $1.5 million funding opportunity to expand breast cancer screenings in rural and underserved western areas using a mobile mammography unit. State policy: Voters approved a “single subject” rule for future North Dakota constitutional measures, limiting ballot proposals to one topic. Local business and health care: Sanford Health is taking over the former CHI St. Alexius Minot Medical Plaza to become the future Sanford Landmark Clinic, opening in fall 2026. Education in Stanley: A new Christian school option, Crossroads Christian Academy, is set to open Aug. 19 in Stanley for kindergarten through 8th grade. Agriculture and energy: A push for year-round E15 sales could boost corn demand, but some warn it may complicate soybean markets. Politics: NDGOP Chairman Matthew Simon faces calls to resign amid criticism from within the party.
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