Montana State House District 42

Current seat holder: Sidney Fitzpatrick (D).

Sidney Fitzpatrick

Sidney Fitzpatrick (Democratic) is the incumbent member of the Montana House of Representatives representing District 42 (Big Horn, Yellowstone counties), running for re-election in the November 3, 2026 general election. Official legislative biography notes: Born 1962 in Crow Agency; high school graduate; business administration and business management, Dawson Community College; retired Bureau of Indian Affairs law enforcement; Big Horn County Commissioner; Crow Tribe; Volunteers of America governing board for Montana, Wyoming, South Dakota; served in House since 2025; spouse’s name is Janet; three sons, three daughters; 22 grandkids.

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Representation for Southeastern Montana: “They should have never died, but they did. I was just thinking, they had to have had some pain. But they're so proud, they don't go to the hospital. When I hear that, I say, 'I better go get my blood pressure checked and get a colonoscopy.'.” (USC Center for Health Journalism)

Jeremiah Jabs

Jeremiah Jabs (Republican) is a candidate for the Montana House of Representatives in District 42 (Big Horn, Yellowstone counties) in the November 3, 2026 general election. Jeremiah Jabs earned a high school diploma from Hardin High School. His career experience includes working as a farmer and rancher.

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“I was born and raised in St. Xavier, Montana. After graduating high school I worked across the US and internationally in agriculture and shipping before coming home to farm in St. Xavier.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)
“Energy production should benefit Montanans. Yellowstone and Big Horn County are major energy hubs within the state of Montana. Ensuring that energy production is unleashed for local benefit is my top concern.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)
“Growing up on a farm and ranch I will stand by Montana agriculture and Montana producers. This means expanding our noxious weeds list or supporting Montanans' right to repair.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)

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