AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoStablecoin policy: The U.S. OCC says it will publish final GENIUS Act payment-stablecoin rules by November, after missing a July deadline—an important Wyoming signal for crypto and fintech planning. Energy & infrastructure: Wyoming’s WYDOT is moving ahead with bridge work north of Cody on Highway 120 (single-lane closures) and a Park County Road 3XQ bridge replacement between Meeteetse and Burlington (detour in place). Water crisis: Lake Mead and Lake Powell hit new historic lows, raising alarms for drinking water, farms, and power across the Southwest; Wyoming is also pushing a $100M federal-backed conservation approach to help avoid Colorado River litigation. Local housing: Gillette City Council heard options to tackle its housing crunch, with construction lag and affordability pressures front and center. Data centers power demand: New reporting highlights how AI-driven data centers are reshaping electricity demand and grid planning—an issue Wyoming communities are already weighing. Public lands & wildfire: USDA/Forest Service moves to rescind the Roadless Rule, sparking debate over wildfire risk and undeveloped land protections. Rangeland management: The Forest Service and Thunder Basin Grazing Association signed a 20-year shared stewardship agreement for northeast Wyoming grasslands. Business growth: Rocky Mountain Snacks is eyeing expansion in Pine Bluffs, aiming to bring jobs and tours back to the area. Safety on the road: A coalition is urging temporary trailer and RV restrictions on Teton Pass while permanent fixes are discussed.
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