Gianforte’s energy task force calls for PSC reform

By: Keila Szpaller

Outlets: Daily Montanan

Published: August 26, 2026

Words: 855

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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The No. 1 recommendation from Gov. Greg Gianforte’s energy task force is to consider an appointed instead of elected Montana Public Service Commission.

Another recommendation is that the Montana Legislature and executive branch ensure the state has coordinated leadership on energy — possibly by bringing state agency leaders together into a formal group.

Tuesday, the Governor’s Office released a report from a task force Gianforte commissioned in September 2025 to address …

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