AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEnergy & Health Policy: Sen. Kevin Cramer argues the U.S. still lacks enough domestic refining capacity to protect consumers from global supply shocks—an issue that can ripple into healthcare costs via higher prices for essentials. School Connectivity: A federal E-Rate funding shift could reduce support for North Dakota school and library internet and hardware, raising concerns that local districts may have to cover gaps. Mental Health in Aviation: The U.S. Senate passed the John A. Hauser Mental Health in Aviation Act, aimed at updating FAA rules so pilots and air traffic controllers can seek care without career penalties. Behavioral Health Infrastructure: North Dakota’s new State Hospital project reached a construction milestone with a beam-signing ceremony, framed as a major upgrade for trauma-informed behavioral health care. Public Health & Safety: A North Dakota tick study is expanding statewide, asking residents to submit ticks from people or pets; officials warn fall is a peak season. Access to Care: Chrysalis Health and Curaechoice are partnering to expand no-cost mental health services in North Dakota and surrounding states. Legal/Transparency: The ND Attorney General issued a summary opinion saying the ND Department of Health and Human Services complied with open records law. Community Support: “Lend A Hand Up” highlights multiple North Dakota families facing serious illness and injury, including acute kidney/liver failure and stage 3 esophageal cancer.
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