Endangered Species Act at 50 confronts uncertainty and ecological challenges
The piece marks the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act and explores how politics and ecology shape its future. It recounts Glacier National Park area history including Indigenous trails, hotel development, and rainbow trout introduction, highlighting ongoing tensions between conservation and development.
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Montana approves 17.5 million for hospital backlog relief
Gov. Gianforte signs a 17.5 million plan to reduce waits at the state psychiatric hospital's criminal evaluation unit. A 300 million behavioral health overhaul funds two near term initiatives including 7.5 million for court ordered fitness evaluations in the community. Judges have warned of contempt over delays and a single psychiatrist serves the 53 bed Galen facility.
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Health and Human Services
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Montana State Hospital
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Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services
Helena
Great Falls
Montana Supreme Court
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