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Elena is the executive director of the Montana Association of Conservation Districts. 

Elena Evans' campaign for the public service commission is her first run for public office.

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

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Opposes increased utility costs, specifically the most recent 28% utilities rate increase.

- Opposes increased utility costs, specifically the most recent 28% utilities rate increase.

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Elena Evans

Jennifer has an associate's degree in ski instruction and coaching from Wenatchee Valley College and a Bachelor of Science in parks and recreation administration. She is a Christian. 

Jennifer is the Chief Executive Officer for American Lands Council National Nonprofit Organization. Previously, Jennifer was the owner of Silverline Projects. 

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Jennifer Fielder is in her first term as the Vice President of the Montana Public Service Commission, seated in 2021. She previously served 2 terms as a State Senator for District 7 from 2012-2020. 

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Supports "the right to hunt, fish, and trap."

Said, "It is important to have reliable, cost-effective energy sources and to have clean air and water too... Environmental regulation... should not be used as a weapon to kill one industry just so another one can gain an unfair advantage. [All options should be allowed to compete and prove their viability.]"

Believes that "All industries [such as energy, telecommunications, transportation, and sanitation services] should meet the same environmental, economic, and safety standards and be given equal opportunity."

- Supports "the right to hunt, fish, and trap."
- Said, "It is important to have reliable, cost-effective energy sources and to have clean air and water too... Environmental regulation... should not be used as a weapon to kill one industry just so another one can gain an unfair advantage. [All options should be allowed to compete and prove their viability.]"
- Believes that "All industries [such as energy, telecommunications, transportation, and sanitation services] should meet the same environmental, economic, and safety standards and be given equal opportunity."

Approved NorthWestern Energy rate increases that went into effect on November 1, 2023, and said, "I would like to be able to say no to any cost increases [but] this country has seen astounding cost increases... The reality is we have to follow the law, and we have to allow utility companies that we regulate to recover their legitimate expenses." 

- Approved NorthWestern Energy rate increases that went into effect on November 1, 2023, and said, "I would like to be able to say no to any cost increases [but] this country has seen astounding cost increases... The reality is we have to follow the law, and we have to allow utility companies that we regulate to recover their legitimate expenses." 

Said, "I intend to ensure that our pipeline and railway safety divisions are administered with utmost care. I will thoroughly examine the inspection protocols for the safe construction, maintenance and operations of pipelines and railways under PSC jurisdiction. "

Supports hospital oversight being added to PSC's responsibilities.

- Said, "I intend to ensure that our pipeline and railway safety divisions are administered with utmost care. I will thoroughly examine the inspection protocols for the safe construction, maintenance and operations of pipelines and railways under PSC jurisdiction. "
- Supports hospital oversight being added to PSC's responsibilities.

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Jennifer Fielder

- 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

Montana Public Service Commissioner, District 4

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