Jonathan Ambarian

HELENA - Since the start of his administration, Gov. Greg Gianforte has set up several task forces to research and provide recommendations on issues like housing availability and property taxes . Now, he’s established one to tackle the growing demand for energy in Montana.

Gianforte established the new “Unleashing American-Made Energy Task Force” in an executive order earlier this month. It held its first meeting on Monday at the Montana State Capitol.

“Montana is already leading on energy, but we're ready for more,” Gianforte told the members.

The task force includes state agency leaders, lawmakers and representatives from the energy industry. Sonja Nowakowski, director of the Montana Department of Environmental Quality, is the chair.

“I'm honored to lead thi

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