Montana State House District 49

Current seat holder: Sherry Essmann (R).

Charlie Loveridge

Charlie Loveridge (Republican) Charlie Loveridge qualified with the Montana Secretary of State to appear on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot for House District 49.

Campaign site

“If government were efficient, we’d have noticed.” (Charlie Loveridge campaign website)
“A third-generation Billings resident, I have proudly raised four children through Billings Public Schools and spent over three decades serving the community that shaped my family. My leadership includes serving as President of the MetraPark Advisory Board, membership on the Citizen’s Police Advisory Board and Downtown Rotary, and coaching basketball at both Senior and Central High Schools.” (Charlie Loveridge campaign website)

Rebecca Noell

Rebecca Noell (Democratic) Rebecca Noell earned a high school diploma from Skyview High School and a bachelor's degree from the University of Montana in 2007.

“Public education in Montana needs to be fully funded in a way that offers equitable opportunities for all students in the state. I will work with all stakeholders to find a solution to the state’s funding formula so that it supports our school districts fully. Public education is a guarantee in the Montana constitution and the state needs to uphold its commitment to residents.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)
“Healthcare is a human right. The current administration’s severe cuts to healthcare programs are already impacting families across Montana who have seen their costs increase dramatically this year. I will fight for Medicaid and Medicare funding in Montana and to ensure the state prioritizes the health of all of the people who live here.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)
“Public lands belong to all of us. I will never vote to privatize public lands.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)