Daily Montanan, Democrats file in two of three open Montana Public Service Commission seats

Lenny serves as the president of the Southwestern Montana Labor Council.

This is Leonard "Lenny" Williams' first entry into politics.

As of September 17, 2024, Leonard "Lenny" Williams did not have a website or any information online.

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Leonard "Lenny" Williams

As of April 10, 2024, Jeff Welborn’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Jeff is a small business owner and owns Stock Drive Trailer Sales. He has also served in the Montana Legislature as a Representative and a Senator. 

Jeff Welborn is a current State Senator in Montana, representing Senate District 26 since 2016. He previously served as a Representative in the State House from 2009 to 2015, representing District 72. He is currently running for Public Service Commissioner.

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Believes wind and solar's limitations necessitate reliance on natural gas, coal, and hydropower until hydrogen and nuclear power are commercially viable for a stable energy mix.

Believes wind and solar's limitations require reliance on natural gas, coal, and hydropower until hydrogen and nuclear power are available as a stable energy source.

Said, "I have a clear track record of always championing policy to bolster Montana’s energy independence. As a Commissioner, I’ll continue working to make sure Montana remains a net energy exporter."

Values Montana’s energy independence and promises "to make sure Montana remains a net energy exporter."

Said, "Montana’s long-term energy security depends on maintaining a business-friendly climate for energy investment. As a Commissioner, I will work with colleagues in the legislature and the development community to remove barriers that restrict investment and drive up utility bills."

- Believes wind and solar's limitations require reliance on natural gas, coal, and hydropower until hydrogen and nuclear power are available as a stable energy source.
- Values Montana’s energy independence and promises "to make sure Montana remains a net energy exporter."
- Said, "Montana’s long-term energy security depends on maintaining a business-friendly climate for energy investment. As a Commissioner, I will work with colleagues in the legislature and the development community to remove barriers that restrict investment and drive up utility bills."

The candidate's website says, "Fight against unfair utility rate increases, helping protect Montanans’ wallets and pocketbooks"

The candidate's website says, "Advocate for solutions that bring greater reliability to our utility services year-round"

Hopes to "advocate for solutions that bring greater reliability to [Montana's] utility services year-round".

- Opposes "unfair" utility rate increases.
- Hopes to "advocate for solutions that bring greater reliability to [Montana's] utility services year-round".

As of September 17, 2024, Jeff Welborn’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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- The Montana Public Service Commission (PSC, for short) is a 5-person board that ensures utility services (such as electricity, natural gas, and water) are affordable and reliable. This has direct impact on your cost of living and quality of life.
- The PSC regulates the rates for utilities, balancing the need for utilities to be financially sustainable with protecting consumers from excessive charges. Most times that utility companies want to charge more, the PSC must improve these rate increases.
- The PSC oversees safety standards for railroads and pipelines, playing a key role in preventing accidents, ensuring public safety, and conserving the environment.
- Through its regulatory actions, the PSC influences how much residents pay for essential services and ensures that these services are delivered fairly and efficiently.

Part of a 5-person board that regulates electricity, water, gas, railroads, and pipelines