State Representative District 20 in Montana State House District 20, Montana

2026 Primary Election

• Steve Keller — Retired Coach in Great Falls, MT

  Steve Keller is a Democratic candidate for the Montana House of Representatives, District 20, with a primary election on June 2, 2026. He is recognized in Montana for a distinguished 45-year career as a collegiate basketball coach. Keller retired in February 2023 from his role as head coach of the University of Providence men's basketball program, a position he held after 11 years coaching at the University of Montana Western. His coaching achievements include leading teams to conference championships and NAIA National Tournament appearances, and earning the Frontier Conference Coach of the Year award. His extensive leadership and community engagement experience now underpins his public service aspirations.

• Melissa Nikolakakos — Incumbent State Representative in MT

  Melissa Nikolakakos is an incumbent Republican member of the Montana House of Representatives, representing District 20, having assumed office in January 2025. An educator by profession, her career experience includes community leadership roles such as pre-school president, Girl Scout Service Unit Leader, and PTA president. A mother of four, she is married to George Nikolakakos, who also serves as a representative. Nikolakakos ran for office with a focus on education, aiming to leverage her extensive community service to strengthen outcomes for children. She is currently seeking re-election in the Republican primary for her district in June 2026.

• Tony Rosales — Candidate for State Representative in Great Falls, MT

  Tony Rosales, a PhD holder, is running to represent House District 20 in the Montana Legislature in 2026. Born and raised in Great Falls, he seeks to be a voice for his home community, upholding constitutional principles and ensuring individual liberties are respected. Rosales champions better government through transparency, fiscal responsibility, and laws that prioritize individual rights. His platform includes economic policies aimed at protecting small businesses, reducing regulations, and allowing hard-working Montanans to keep more of their earnings. He advocates for a justice system that delivers accountability by keeping violent offenders incarcerated while safeguarding citizens' freedoms. Rosales also seeks policies to make housing more affordable for Great Falls families.