AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSNAP Funding Fight: A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from enforcing new conditions on billions in USDA nutrition funding, including SNAP, after a coalition of 20 Democratic-led states argued the requirements could disrupt food help for low-income families. Agriculture & Biosecurity: Colorado is on high alert for the return of New World screwworm after Texas detections in calves, with the state rolling out education, movement restrictions, and a One Health response plan. State Politics: Colorado Democrats packed Denver’s DemFest to hear from top primary candidates, including U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet and AG Phil Weiser, as races heat up for governor and other statewide offices. Local Governance: Bozeman trustees will weigh drought preparedness, a short-term rental process update, and a data center moratorium at their June 9 meeting. Food Access & Local Farms: Colorado’s SNAP Produce Bonus is expanding fresh fruit and vegetable access by reimbursing eligible shoppers up to $60 per month via automatic EBT credits. Transit & Commuters: RTD is rolling out rail and bus changes starting June 7, with some service improvements and others tied to Downtown Rail Reconstruction work. Energy & Industry: Weld County broke ground on a new energy storage project, adding to Colorado’s push for grid resilience. Community Spotlight: Denver-based Harmony Painting donated to Treeline Pass and Ember Center, backing programs for adults with disabilities and survivors of domestic violence.
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