Republicans win in Public Service Commission races

By: Keila Szpaller

Outlets: Daily Montanan

Published: November 5, 2026

Words: 324

Last Updated: 4 days, 4 hours ago


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Republican Montana Public Service Commissioner Annie Bukacek won re-election against Democrat Kevin Hamm and will serve four more years on the regulatory body.

“I have been known by many for decades as one who can be trusted to stand up for Montanans,” Bukacek said in a text message Thursday. “That includes keeping the lights and heat on at the best possible price.”

Bukacek, also a medical doctor based in Kalispell, represents district No. 5, which …

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