Created in 1989, the Gaming Advisory Council (GAC) advises on public policy matters related to gaming, including:
- Amendments to the gambling statutes.
- Additional or modified departmental rules.
- Clarification of existing rules.
- Operation of the Gambling Control Division.
The Gaming Advisory Council submits a report to the Department of Justice that is included as part of the Gambling Control Division Biennial Report prepared for the legislature.
Council Members
Under state law, the council is made up of nine members. Legislative leaders select the legislative members while the Attorney General appoints the remaining members.
Jeremy Trebas – Senate, Great Falls | [email protected]
Amanda Peterman – Native American Representative, Hardin | [email protected]
Merle Frank – Gaming Industry, Billings | [email protected]
Gregory Frazer – House of Representatives, Deer Lodge | [email protected]
Mike Kenneally – Gaming Industry, Butte
Travis Woltermann – Gaming Industry, Billings
Lee Randall – Local Government, Broadus
Scott Aspenlieder – Public at Large, Billings | [email protected]
Garret McFarland – Local Government, Miles City
Next GAC Meeting
Date: 12/12/2024 @ 1:00pm
Location: Helena, MT (exact location TBD)
Meeting Agenda: Click here to view the agenda