Dan Bartel is the founder of Accountability in State Government, an initiative dedicated to strengthening public trust by promoting transparency, integrity, and responsibility in Montana’s legislative process. Drawing on years of service in both the Montana House of Representatives and the Montana Senate, Dan established this organization to ensure that citizens have clear, honest insight into how their government operates and how their elected officials uphold their commitments.

During his tenure in the Legislature, Dan became widely respected for his disciplined approach to fiscal policy, his oversight of government operations, and his consistent advocacy for rural communities. He served on key committees, including Appropriations, Finance and Claims, and State Administration, where he earned a reputation for steady leadership, thoughtful analysis, and a commitment to safeguarding taxpayer interests.

A lifelong Montanan, Dan understands the foundational values that guide the state’s communities — accountability, hard work, and service. His experience in public office reinforced his belief that good government depends on elected leaders who keep their word and place the interests of their constituents above political convenience.

Through Accountability in State Government, Dan advances this mission by providing Montanans with fact-based evaluations of legislative actions, highlighting leaders who demonstrate integrity, and encouraging a culture of transparent, accountable governance. His work reflects a long-standing commitment to strengthening public confidence in Montana’s institutions and ensuring that government remains responsive to the people it serves.