State Representative District 19 in Montana State House District 19, Montana

2026 Primary Election

• Derren Auger — Special Education Teacher in Great Falls, MT

  Derren Auger, a Special Education Teacher from Great Falls, Montana, is a Republican candidate for the Montana House of Representatives District 19 in the 2026 primary. Born in Piedmont, SD, he was 35 years old in 2024. Drawing on his experience advocating for diverse needs, he is committed to his community. His policy platform emphasizes ensuring quality healthcare access, prioritizing education funding and reform for workforce readiness, and supporting small businesses and economic diversification through entrepreneurship. He also advocates for balancing property tax relief with sustainable funding for essential services. He previously contended for this seat in the 2024 Republican primary.

• Hannah Trebas — Candidate for State Representative in MT

  Hannah Trebas is a Republican candidate seeking election to the Montana House of Representatives, representing District 19. She is currently on the ballot for the Republican primary on June 2, 2026, where she is challenging fellow Republican Derren Auger. Trebas previously ran for the same seat in 2024, winning the Republican primary against Auger with 62.3% of the vote. However, she subsequently lost in the 2024 general election to Democrat Jane Weber. Her specific policy positions or detailed background are not available in current public records.

• Jane Weber — Incumbent State Representative in Great Falls, MT

  Jane Weber is an incumbent State Representative for Montana House District 19, elected in 2024 as a Democrat. A long-time resident of Montana, she raised her family in Great Falls, advocating for public education as a key equalizer. Weber holds a degree from the University of Montana Forestry School and dedicated over 30 years to the USDA Forest Service, including managing the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Interpretive Center and collaborating with tribal leaders. She also served as a Cascade County Commissioner. Her policy positions prioritize a strong economy, state partnership in public education with local control, and accessible, affordable healthcare for all Montanans, emphasizing behavioral health and vocational training.