State Representative District 33 in Montana State House District 33, Montana

2026 Primary Election

• Ric Holden — Rancher in Glendive, MT

  Ric Holden, a Republican, is running for the Montana House of Representatives District 33 in 2026. A lifelong farmer and rancher from southwest Dawson County, he operates a diversified family farm near Glendive. Holden earned a bachelor's degree from Montana State University and previously served eight years as a Montana State Senator, chairing the Senate Agriculture Committee. His campaign emphasizes reducing taxes, including exempting Social Security benefits, supporting agriculture, and protecting property rights. Holden is committed to providing experienced leadership for rural Montana, advocating for its land, way of life, and communities, and promoting local decision-making.

• Brandon Ler — Incumbent Speaker of the Montana House of Representatives in MT

  Brandon Ler is a fourth-generation Montanan, small business owner, rancher, husband, and father, currently serving as Speaker of the Montana House of Representatives. First elected to the Montana House in 2020 for District 35, he was unopposed in his 2022 re-election and served as majority whip. Beginning in 2025, he represents House District 33, having been re-elected to that seat in 2024. Known for his reliably conservative stance, Ler has led efforts to pass the largest income tax cut in state history, push back on radical environmental activists, and enact jury trial reforms. His future priorities include continuing to cut income taxes towards a flat tax, advancing further judicial reforms, and unlocking Montana’s energy potential while strengthening the agriculture industry. He is running to keep Montana strong, free, and true to its values.

• Tristan Veverka — Candidate for State Representative in Richey, MT

  Tristan Veverka was born and raised in Richey, Montana, and holds an associate degree in Agricultural Production. Married with four children, he has served as president of local organizations including the Richey FFA and Historical Society. Running for the Montana House of Representatives District 33, Veverka emphasizes practical representation for eastern Montana focused on local issues. His top priorities include supporting beginning farmers, strengthening rural healthcare, and expanding economic opportunities. He advocates for protecting Montana's water resources for agriculture and human consumption against commercial overuse, and promotes bipartisan cooperation to address state needs.