Gaming Advisory Council

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.

  • Derek Harvey – Senate, Butte | [email protected]
  • Amanda Peterman – Native American Representative, Hardin | [email protected]
  • Merle Frank – Gaming Industry, Billings | [email protected]
  • Ed Buttrey – House of Representatives, Great Falls | [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: August 19th, 2026 @ 9:00am

Location: Hilton Garden Inn, 2520 14th Street SW, Great Falls, MT 59404

Join Online: Join via Microsoft Teams

Meeting Agenda: August 19th agenda

GAC Minutes

GCD