State Representative District 87 in Montana State House District 87, Montana

2026 Primary Election

• Bill Jones — Candidate for Montana House of Representatives in MT

  Bill Jones is a Democratic candidate vying for a seat in the Montana House of Representatives, specifically aiming to represent District 87. He is participating in the Democratic primary election, which is scheduled to take place on June 2, 2026. As of the available information, details regarding his professional background, specific policy positions, or the core reasons driving his campaign are not publicly detailed. He is focused on securing his party's nomination to advance to the general election.

• Terry Nelson — Incumbent State Representative in Stevensville, MT

  Terry Nelson is an incumbent Republican member of the Montana House of Representatives, representing District 87. He assumed office on March 11, 2025, following his unanimous appointment by Ravalli County commissioners to fill an unexpired term. Prior to his legislative service, Nelson served as the chair of the Ravalli County Republican Party and has been actively involved in county Republican politics for two decades. His current legislative term is set to conclude on January 4, 2027. He serves on the State-Tribal Relations Committee, representing Ravalli County. Nelson is seeking re-election in the Republican primary for House District 87 on June 2, 2026.