Stephen Lapraim

Stephen LaPraim is a Republican candidate seeking election to the Montana State Senate for District 42 in the June 2, 2026 primary election. He is one of three Republican contenders for the seat. LaPraim has also previously run for election to the Montana House of Representatives, representing District 17. His campaign is centered on economic prosperity and fiscal conservatism, advocating for policies to create more high-paying jobs by cutting red tape. He asserts that property and income taxes are excessively high, and government spending is out of control, emphasizing the necessity of a balanced budget.