AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoU.S. Attorney Fight in Wyoming: The Senate confirmed Darin Smith as Wyoming’s U.S. attorney on May 18, despite sharp objections from Eastern Shoshone and Northern Arapaho leaders who say Smith made improper comments during grand jury proceedings; the dispute follows reports that federal judges dismissed indictments against nine defendants over alleged misconduct. BLM Leadership: The Senate also confirmed Steve Pearce as BLM director, with Sen. Cynthia Lummis praising him for overseeing about a third of Wyoming’s land while conservation groups warn about the direction of public-land management. State Watch: WYDOT launched the final online public meeting for the Statewide Rail Plan update (feedback open through June 15) and says U.S. 14A will open Thursday, May 21 at noon. Community & Health: Cheyenne Police are planning Neighborhood Night and are inviting block captains; Cherry Health’s Mobile Vision Clinic will rotate among six sites this summer. Safety & Services: Wyoming agencies are coordinating for wildfire season; the Court Navigator Program is expanding virtually to Carbon County.
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