Montana State House District 72

Current seat holder: Donavon Hawk (D).

Donavon Hawk

Donavon Hawk (Democratic) is the incumbent member of the Montana House of Representatives representing District 72 (Silver Bow County), running for re-election in the November 3, 2026 general election. Official legislative biography notes: Born 1981 in Hardin; occupational safety and health/surgical technician, Montana Tech; public relations and marketing; Crow/Crow Creek Sioux; served in House since 2021.

“First and foremost we need to fight for quality healthcare for all Montanan's. Healthcare should not be a burden on the backs of every day Montanans. I have worked in several legislative cycles to fight for healthcare for 75,000 Montanans and will continue to fight . Public education is the cornerstone of what makes our country great. I will continue to fight for public education and expanding funding for programs k - 12 and higher ed.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)
“To help make decisions that have a better outcome for the people in my district and community. I can only do that by listening and understanding issues that matter to my constituents.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)
“I have always believed in building a healthy relationship with others. It helps build a more rounded view on social and economic issues. Building bridges to better understand other peoples political views on social issues.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)

Michael Saul

Michael Saul (Republican) is a candidate for the Montana House of Representatives in District 72 (Silver Bow County) in the November 3, 2026 general election. Michael Saul qualified with the Montana Secretary of State to appear on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot for House District 72.

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