AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRural Health Funding: Idaho DHW posted its first round of Rural Health Transformation Fund subgrant opportunities, including maternal/perinatal/child health access support and a separate project management support contract, with the state needing to award first-year money by Oct. 30 to avoid clawbacks. Abortion in Court: A federal bench trial in Boise is underway in a lawsuit challenging Idaho’s abortion ban; high-risk pregnancy specialists testified on when care may be medically necessary, and the case is set to continue next week. Public Health & Food Safety: Idaho officials are investigating a raw-milk illness situation after 60 people were reported sick, as the state also tightens animal entry rules following New World screwworm detections. Medicaid Spending Watch: New data show Medicaid claims for durable medical equipment rose in Twin Falls (to $624,866 in 2024) and medical/surgical supplies jumped in Chubbuck (up 55.4% to $140,888). Senior Scam Alert: Idaho AG Raúl Labrador warned seniors about Medicare phone scams that spoof local numbers and try to collect sensitive information. Community Health Access: Idaho Food Bank recognized Joint School Dist. 171’s food pantry and announced summer pantry kickoffs for weekly youth/family meals.
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