AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRaw Milk Health Alert: Idaho health officials say nearly 60 people have fallen ill after drinking raw milk since May 19, with at least 45 testing positive for campylobacteriosis; the state is investigating two likely-linked outbreaks and working with producers to identify and fix contamination sources. Kratom Ban in Idaho Falls: Idaho Falls City Council unanimously approved an ordinance banning kratom sales effective July 1, with police and schools expected to run an awareness campaign. Trans Bathroom Ban in Court: A federal judge is weighing whether to temporarily block Idaho’s criminal transgender bathroom ban (HB 752) as attorneys argue about safety and enforcement for private businesses. Rural Medical Education Funding: The UW School of Medicine received a $25 million gift to create a rural and Indigenous-focused medical student scholarship program serving the WWAMI region, including Idaho. Local Access & Safety: ITD will fully close Sandpoint’s Long Bridge pedestrian path indefinitely due to structural deterioration, while also noting options to help people who rely on the crossing for work and healthcare. Workplace Injury at INL: Idaho National Laboratory confirmed an employee was injured after a weapon they carried discharged on the job; the incident is under investigation. Policy & Care Access: Planned Parenthood’s affiliate says it will let some Idaho-area patients obtain “just in case” abortion pills in advance via in-person or remote appointments.
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