Consumer Counsel Fee (CCT)

All companies providing services regulated by the Public Service Commission must pay a quarterly fee on gross operating revenue generated by all regulated activities in Montana.

Fees

The current fee is 0.049%. This fee is set each year and is currently effective October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025.

Reporting and Payment Options

• File and pay through our TransAction Portal (TAP)
• Make an ACH Credit payment

Due Dates

Reports and payments are due 30 days from the end of the quarter:

• First Quarter – April 30
• Second Quarter – July 30
• Third Quarter – October 30
• Fourth Quarter – January 30

Penalties and Interest

If you do not file your return or make payments by the due date, you will be charged penalties and interest:

• Interest – Montana charges 1% interest on the outstanding fee each month until paid.
• Late Penalty – Montana charges a 10% penalty on the unpaid balance for not paying by the due date.

Revenue Distribution

CCT revenue goes to a state special revenue fund used to cover appropriations to the Office of Consumer Counsel.

Related Laws

• 69-1-201 through 69-1-230, MCA
• ARM 42.31.902