AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMental Health: NDSU Extension is offering free COMET training to help people recognize when someone is struggling and respond with support. Another session is scheduled for Dec. 14. Food Assistance: North Dakota joined states restricting SNAP purchases of selected foods and drinks on Nov. 1. Supporters cite nutrition goals; opponents warn of confusion and added burdens for shoppers and retailers, while legal challenges continue. Adoption Services: North Dakota HHS says its redesign has cut average home-assessment times by 45.5% and shortened adoption finalization to under a year. So far in 2026, 222 adoptions have been finalized, while 29 children are still waiting to be matched with families. Care Costs: Sanford’s Fargo price file lists an outpatient CT scan at $311 for its health-plan members and $4,314 for Cigna members, underscoring the wide price gaps facing patients and employers.
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