State Representative District 37 in Montana State House District 37, Montana

2026 Primary Election

• Tracey Miller Karcher — Freelance lead writer and research specialist in Hilger, MT

  Tracey Miller Karcher is a Democratic candidate running for election to the Montana House of Representatives, representing District 37. She is on the ballot for the primary on June 2, 2026, in a race with no incumbent. Karcher, a professional genealogist and freelance lead writer and research specialist with over 35 years of experience, advocates for representatives who defend the entire Constitution. She has voiced opposition to legislation she believes interferes with voting rights by targeting specific subgroups of Montanans, and emphasizes protecting the environment and ensuring all Montanans' voices are heard.

• Shane Klakken — Incumbent State Representative in Grass Range, MT

  Shane Klakken, a lifelong resident of Central Montana, serves as the Republican State Representative for House District 37, representing Fergus and Petroleum counties. He assumed office on January 6, 2025, and is seeking re-election. With over three decades of military and public service, he emphasizes leadership, accountability, and dedication. A strong advocate for constitutional fundamentals, he encourages civic engagement to preserve freedoms. Retired from federal service, he manages his family ranch in Grass Range and is committed to protecting Montana’s rural way of life, aiming to restore accountability and strengthen the state's foundation.