AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoData Center Debate in Bismarck: Fargo Sen. Tim Mathern says North Dakota should act on data centers during the upcoming special session, proposing limits on non-disclosure agreements and floating a temporary moratorium while lawmakers weigh public concerns over location, energy, water use, and tax incentives. Kratom Crackdown and Public Health: Health officials warn Narcan may help in kratom-related overdoses as Gov. Kelly Armstrong’s emergency rule places 7-OH (a key kratom ingredient) in Schedule 1 and bans kratom and derivatives for 30 days. Local Tax Incentives: Grand Forks School Board advanced a 5-4 vote on a Ray Richards Golf Course PILOT that would enable 169 apartments and a driving range, with city and county approvals still ahead. School Budgeting: West Fargo Public Schools approved a preliminary 2026-27 budget under the new 3% property tax cap, setting a hearing for September. State Funding for Water Quality: ND DEQ is accepting applications for septic renovation rebates through Sept. 30 to reduce pollution from failing septic systems. Election Security (Regional): Minnesota’s primary Aug. 11 puts election security and DOJ monitors in focus ahead of key races. Federal Legal/Consumer Impact: A coalition led by Nevada AG Ford announced a $400 million settlement in principle with Sandoz over alleged generic drug price and competition conspiracies. Energy Prices: GasBuddy reports show localized low points for E85 and diesel across several counties, with statewide averages edging up.
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