Tracey Miller Karcher
Tracey Miller Karcher (Democratic) is a candidate for the Montana House of Representatives in District 37 (Fergus, Petroleum counties) in the November 3, 2026 general election. Tracey Miller Karcher qualified with the Montana Secretary of State to appear on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot for House District 37.
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“I wasn’t born in Montana, but I got home as fast as I could. My path here has taken me through three lifetimes: working in stables and on the backstretch of racetracks, married to a fishing boat Captain, walking through widowhood and single parenting, answering the call as a United Methodist pastor, and serving as a full-time caregiver for a disabled family member. Today, I live in historic Christina, where I’ve finally put down roots and committed my life to this community.”
(Tracey Miller Karcher campaign website)Shane Klakken
Shane Klakken (Republican) is the incumbent member of the Montana House of Representatives representing District 37 (Fergus, Petroleum counties), running for re-election in the November 3, 2026 general election. Official legislative biography notes: Born 1962 in Lewistown; B.S. in computer science, University of Montana; pilot in U.S. Army, Forest Service, Customs and Border Protection - Office of Air and Marine; U.S. Army veteran; served in House since 2025; two children.
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“Be part of a community that values liberty, integrity, and constitutional principles. Together, we can restore accountability and strengthen the foundation of our state.”
(Shane Klakken campaign website) “House District 37 serves my hometown Grass Range, plus Winnett, Roy, Winifred, Hilger, Danvers, Brooks, and Lewistown.”
(Official campaign website) “My interest in running for House District 37 began with my desire to increase my engagement in civic responsibilities as a Montana citizen. I have led classes on the US Constitution over the last couple of years and have learned that the only way to preserve the liberties of our communities, state, and country is to be civically engaged.”
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