State Representative District 35 in Montana State House District 35, Montana

2026 Primary Election

• Natalie Parker — Retired Public School Music Teacher in Colstrip, MT

  Natalie Parker is a Democratic candidate vying for a seat in the Montana House of Representatives, representing District 35. A proud 4th Generation Montanan, she brings a wealth of experience from her 37-year career as a retired public school music teacher. Parker is on the ballot for the Democratic primary, scheduled for June 2, 2026. Her campaign is actively engaging voters from her base in Colstrip.

• Gary Parry — Incumbent State Representative, District 35 in Colstrip, MT

  Gary Parry is an incumbent Republican member of the Montana House of Representatives, currently representing District 35, a position he assumed in January 2025. He previously served House District 39 from January 2023 to January 2025. District 35 includes parts of five counties, primarily Rosebud and Yellowstone. During his legislative tenure, he has been assigned to various committees, including State Administration, Natural Resources, and Fish, Wildlife and Parks. He has sponsored bills concerning child and family ombudsman laws, renewable energy, and coal remediation. Parry is seeking re-election for House District 35 in the Republican primary on June 2, 2026.