State Representative District 59 in Montana State House District 59, Montana

2026 Primary Election

• Marc Greendorfer — Attorney in Bozeman, MT

  Marc Greendorfer is a Republican candidate for the Montana House of Representatives, District 59. Born in San Francisco, California, he earned degrees from the University of California, Davis, and Yeshiva University School of Law, subsequently becoming an attorney. His policy stances include strong support for school choice, parental rights in education, and unrestricted homeschooling, while opposing comprehensive sex education and Critical Race Theory in schools. He advocates for lower income and property taxes, believes environmental regulations are too restrictive, and opposes increased government intervention for climate change. Greendorfer is a staunch supporter of Second Amendment rights and nondiscrimination based on vaccination status. He holds nuanced views on abortion, supporting its legality only in early stages with restrictions, and champions the right to opt out of abortion-related mandates. He opposes biological males competing in women's sports and supports prohibiting gender-affirming medical procedures for minors, yet he supports same-sex couples adopting children and revising marriage laws to reflect the legalization of same-sex marriage. A proponent of limited government, he believes decisions are best made by individuals, families, and local communities.

• Katie Fire Thunder — Incumbent State Representative in Bozeman, MT

  Katie Fire Thunder is an incumbent State Representative for Montana's House District 59, having been unanimously elected by county commissioners and assuming office in December 2025. A member of the Oglala Lakota Sioux Tribe, she is recognized as the youngest state legislator in Montana at age 25. Originally from Bozeman, she holds a bachelor's degree in political science and Native American studies from Montana State University. Before her legislative role, she worked as a legal assistant and co-founded Bozeman Tenants United, advocating for safe and affordable housing.