Roy Caldwell
Roy Caldwell (Republican) is a candidate for the Montana House of Representatives in District 84 (Lewis and Clark County) in the November 3, 2026 general election. Roy Caldwell served in the U.S. Air Force from 1981 to 2013. He earned a bachelor's degree from the United States Air Force Academy in 1985. He is retired.
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“In addition, I spent 12 years in the private sector as an FAA-certified Aircraft Dispatcher. I taught as a public middle school Science Teacher and worked nearly a decade with the Department of Veterans Affairs—most recently with the Montana VA Healthcare System at Fort Harrison as a Management and Program/Data Analyst.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey) “Affordability is one of the biggest challenges facing Montanans today. The cost of housing has skyrocketed faster than wages over the past six years, making it nearly impossible for anyone to enter the housing market. I will work to provide government incentives for those entering the housing market. I will work with for-profit, non-profit and faith-based organizations to find affordable housing solutions. I will work to cut property taxes, while keeping tabs on runaway government spending.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey) “Freedom is what makes this country great. As we celebrate our 250th birthday as a nation, it is important to remember what our founding fathers set out to do: to stand firm against government overreach, to protect our liberties, to preserve the family and to allow us all to enjoy the great way of life we have here in America and here in the great state of Montana.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)Tia Nelson
Tia Nelson (Democratic) is a candidate for the Montana House of Representatives in District 84 (Lewis and Clark County) in the November 3, 2026 general election. Tia Nelson earned a high school diploma from Great Falls High School, a degree from the Colorado State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital in 1999, and a bachelor's degree from Carroll College in 2015. Her career experience includes working as a veterinarian.
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“Public Lands in Public Hands. Our public lands and stream access rights are priceless parts of our Montana heritage and must never be sold or otherwise dispersed. As a legislator, I will work across the aisle to protect these precious, wild assets for our children and future generations.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey) “Human Rights. No one should be persecuted for who they choose to love and build a life with. I am an Advocate and will work to make Montana safe for ALL people regardless of sexual preference, color, religion, and gender.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey) “Voting. All adult Montanans have the right to vote. Voting access and security are top concerns in this era. Voting by mail MUST be preserved. Assistance for people to vote is vital. Montana elections have historically been secure. Mail in ballots are an effective way for far-flung people to vote easily and safely. There has NEVER been an issue with Montana ballots, and we must continue this proud heritage. Free, fair, and accessible elections, like Montana has maintained historically, need to continue.”
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