The Montana State Highway Commission was created in 1913 by the state Legislative Assembly. The original Commission was composed of three members. In 1917 new legislation altered the organization of the Commission by authorizing the appointment of twelve members according to geographic highway districts. Membership was changed again in 1921 to three members appointed by the Governor and in 1941 to five members, also appointmed by the Governor. In 1971 the Commission was renamed as the Montana Department of Highways.
From the guide to the Montana State Highway Commission records, 1964-1977, (Montana Historical Society Research Center)
From the guide to the Montana State Highway Commission records, 1964-1977, (Montana Historical Society Research Center)
