Governor appoints Trout Creek senator as Lottery Director

Gov. Greg Gianforte appointed Sen. Bob Brown, R-Trout Creek, to serve as the state’s Lottery Director, Gianforte’s office said Thursday.

“It’s been an honor to serve the people of Montana in the legislature, and I look forward to continuing to do so in my new role as lottery director,” Brown said in a statement. “Thank you to the governor for his continued support and confidence.”

Brown is taking over the role from former Director Scott Sales, who resigned last month and is running for a seat in the state House this election cycle. Brown served in both legislative chambers, starting his legislative career in 2015 in the House and winning election to the Senate first in 2020. Brown will start his new position on March 1.