Lyn Hellegaard
Lyn Hellegaard (Republican) Lyn Hellegaard was born in Moab, Utah . She earned a high school diploma from Sentinel High School. Her career experience includes working as an executive director and in the financial industry.
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“I've always been a vocal critic of wasteful government spending. While serving as a City Councilperson and Legislator I practiced restraint, fiscal responsibility, and advocated for lower taxes. I also sought new solutions for on-going problems.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)Mark Thane
Mark Thane (Democratic) Official legislative biography notes: Born 1959 in Missoula; B.A. in education, University of Montana; M.Ed. in educational leadership, University of Montana; thirty-nine year career in Missoula’s public schools, retiring as superintendent in 2019; serves on the boards of Partnership Health Center and Community Medical Center; served in House since 2021; spouse’s name is Mary; two daughters, Lindsay (Taylor) and Emilie (Nick).
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“I support a high-quality K-12 public school system and the Montana University System, including our two-year colleges and workforce development programs (certificate programs, apprenticeships, trades).”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey) “As a career educator, I am passionate about high-quality education from pre-K through the university system. Workforce development is critical in order to continue to advance Montana's economy. I will advocate for and support apprenticeships, certificate programs and the trades in addition to K-12 programs and the Montana University System.”
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