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.

TBD – Senate |

Amanda Peterman – Native American Representative, Hardin | [email protected]

Merle Frank – Gaming Industry, Billings | [email protected]

TBD – House of Representatives |

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: 05/29/2025 @ 1:00pm

Location: Hilton Garden Inn, Billings, MT

Meeting Agenda: Agenda can be found here

Minutes

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