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Montana State Auditor, Republican Primary

Regulates the insurance and securities industries

Full office description

  • The State Auditor of Montana is also known as the Commissioner of Securities and Insurance. This office does not function like typical state auditors who oversee public accounts; instead, it focuses on regulating the insurance and securities sectors within Montana.
  • The State Auditor ensures that insurance companies, securities issuers, and related financial entities comply with state laws. This role is vital in protecting consumers and supporting the financial stability of the state.
  • The State Auditor's responsibilities include licensing, auditing, and regulating all entities involved in Montana's insurance and securities industries. This oversight helps maintain a fair and lawful market environment.
  • The office also plays a role in consumer protection by addressing complaints against insurance and securities entities, thus ensuring that Montanans receive fair treatment in these sectors.
  • The State Auditor serves a four-year long term.

How this impacts you

  • Consumer ProtectionThe State Auditor plays a role in consumer protection by addressing complaints against insurance companies, thus ensuring that Montanans receive fair treatment.

Election results

WINNER

James Brown

69.6%

113,284 votes

John Jay Willoughby

30.4%

49,521 votes

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