Montana SB561 revises the Public Service Commission membership, altering the composition, qualifications, and appointment process for commissioners.

Montana SB561 revises the Public Service Commission membership by changing the composition to five members, with two elected and three appointed by the governor. It sets qualifications for both appointed and elected commissioners, including a 4-year separation from regulated entities and a 2-year residency in Montana. The bill also modifies the appointment process, requiring the governor to select from a list provided by the state party central committee.

Montana SB561 revises the Public Service Commission membership, altering the composition, qualifications, and appointment process for commissioners.

Montana SB561 revises the Public Service Commission membership by changing the composition to five members, with two elected and three appointed by the governor. It sets qualifications for both appointed and elected commissioners, including a 4-year separation from regulated entities and a 2-year residency in Montana. The bill also modifies the appointment process, requiring the governor to select from a list provided by the state party central committee.