AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoWolf Protections Under Review: President Trump signed an order launching a federal review that could lead to delisting or downlisting gray wolves and Mexican wolves under the Endangered Species Act, with Interior given 90 days to decide and to streamline lethal removal when needed—Idaho is cited among states with major gray wolf populations. Wildlife Agency Cuts: A new report says U.S. Fish and Wildlife staffing has fallen by 3,600 during Trump’s second term, including a 35% drop in Idaho (down 61 workers), raising concerns about capacity for conservation work. Water Quality Alerts in Idaho: Idaho DEQ and health officials issued a cyanobacteria harmful algal bloom advisory for Ririe Reservoir in Bonneville County, warning people and pets to avoid contact and not drink or cook with the water. Sewage Pollution Scrutiny: An Idaho Conservation League report says more than half of the state’s sewage treatment plants violated the Clean Water Act last year, with repeated problems at a handful of facilities. Public Health & Recreation: A salmonella outbreak linked to broccoli sprouts produced by Idaho-based Evergreen Fresh Sprouts has sickened people in Washington and also shows cases in Idaho, while officials also warned about drownings and urged water-safety steps.
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