AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEnergy Policy: President Trump announced a $700 million push to revive coal, using the Defense Production Act to fund upgrades at 13 coal plants and keep 42 mines operating, with North Dakota included for modernization at Basin Electric’s Antelope Valley Station near Beulah. Oil & Jobs: North Dakota leaders are racing to expand Enhanced Oil Recovery in the Bakken before political momentum shifts, arguing only a fraction of the resource has been unlocked so far. Local Elections: Grand Forks County voters will choose on June 9 among eight candidates for County Commission seats, including a primary that will eliminate one contender for a partial term. State Government & Taxes: Tax Commissioner Brian Kroshus reported first-quarter 2026 taxable sales and purchases rose 4.24% year over year. School Tech: A new wave of state laws targets cellphone use in schools, with North Dakota cited among places moving toward stricter “gold standard” policies. Community & Culture: Elders’ Week powwow in Pablo celebrated language, tradition, and student participation.
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