Natalie Parker
Natalie Parker (Democratic) is a candidate for the Montana House of Representatives in District 35 (Big Horn, Garfield, Rosebud and 2 other counties) in the November 3, 2026 general election. Natalie Parker earned a bachelor's degree from the Montana State University, Bozeman in 1986 and a graduate degree from Boston University in 2009. Her career experience includes working as a public school teacher.
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“Tariffs, foreign purchases of soybeans, sugar beets and beef, are harming our agricultural folks, destroying our markets. We need to send a message that we cannot follow down this destructive path. Putting pressure on our federal representatives means voting BLUE. Continuing to vote for the status quo is not working. As a democrat I am ready to fight for Montanans, Unions and States rights.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey) “I stand in opposition to a flat-tax and insist that property taxes be revisited. We need to ensure elderly home owners are protected and young people are able to buy their own homes. Taxes have always been a balance between public need, the economy and our priorities. I submit that investment in public education should be one of our top priorities. The lack of qualified teachers has our schools in crisis mode. Taking care of Montana starts with strong schools, the backbone of strong communities.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey) “Health care for all Montanans is something I am passionate about. Huge cuts to healthcare are slated for 2027 thanks to the Big Ugly Bill. We must seek ways to protect our rural health system and stop private equity firms from jacking up costs. Folks can't afford to fill prescriptions, and either don't go to the doctor or delay seeking help until it turns into a visit to the emergency room. We must do better.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)Gary Parry
Gary Parry (Republican) is the incumbent member of the Montana House of Representatives representing District 35 (Big Horn, Garfield, Rosebud and 2 other counties), running for re-election in the November 3, 2026 general election. Official legislative biography notes: Born 1952 in Butte; junior high and high school in Helena; B.S. in geology, University of Montana; MBA, Sam Houston State University; areas of study and experience in geology, landwork and landowner relations, contract negotiation and generation; senior contract analyst and lands manager; past district administrator for Key Clubs (Texas/ Oklahoma district); past Lt. Governor for Kiwanis for Texas District 9; serves on Colstrip Parks and Recreation Board and City Planning Board; served in House since 2023; spouse’s name is Nola; two children, Craig (Morgan), Dorian (Ty); five grandchildren, Aubrey, Parker, Logan, Nora, Haley.
Energy Reliability: “What we need to do is make sure that for Montanans we have a reliable, dependable base load, that when it's 50 below zero we know is going to provide the electricity we need.”
(The Whitehall Ledger) Coal Mining & Water Standards: “People are going to complain about water. They can complain, but we're still using the federal standards, and that's what this bill is doing.”
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