Doug Martens

Doug Martens is a Republican candidate seeking to represent Montana State Senate District 18 in the 2026 primary election. A lifelong resident of Rosebud County, he champions rural leadership, aiming to be a strong voice in Helena for agriculture and rural energy infrastructure. Martens previously served 12 years as County Commissioner, where he invested in local sheriff's departments and road maintenance, famously without raising taxes for 11 years. His advocacy for coal development earned him recognition as Montanan of the Week from Senator Steve Daines, and he has served nationally on the National Association of Counties Energy Committee. He is committed to putting rural Montana first.