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Montana PSC asks NorthWestern about allegations it’s working contrary to Montana law

Peyton Olson| July 31, 2024| News

By Keila Szpaller, Daily Montanan

Renewable energy groups raised questions about a utility advisory committee

The Montana Public Service Commission voted unanimously this week to ask NorthWestern Energy to address allegations it selected members of an advisory committee contrary to state statute and has held meetings closed to the public — possibly illegally.

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