Former Montana Senate president Jason Ellsworth (R-Hamilton) has faced severe consequences for a contract controversy that has been ongoing for months. After much debate, the Senate voted 44-6 on a motion brought by Senate Majority Leader Tom McGillvray (R-Billings). Ellsworth’s punishment includes a lifetime rescindment of floor privileges, restrictions on committee involvements, remote voting privileges, limited communication with executive and legislative staff, and restricted access to legislative services for the 2025 biennium.
Multiple attempts to expel Ellsworth failed to gather enough votes, leading to this lesser punishment. The controversy stems from a contract worth $170,100 that Ellsworth arranged without following proper procurement processes, leading to accusations of wasting state resources and abusing his position in government.
While Ellsworth has apologized for the situation, he denies any wrongdoing. This saga has come to a conclusion with a significant punishment that will affect Ellsworth’s legislative presence for the foreseeable future. This development has been reported by the Montana State News Bureau, shedding light on the consequences of unethical behavior in government.
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