Montana State Senate District 6

Current seat holder: Mark Noland (R).

Patrick Fitzpatrick

Patrick Fitzpatrick (Democratic) is a candidate for the Montana State Senate in District 6 (Flathead, Lake counties) in the November 3, 2026 general election. Patrick Fitzpatrick served in the U.S. Navy from 1992 to 2024. He earned a bachelor's degree from Montana State University, Bozeman, in 1997 and a graduate degree from the University of Texas Health Center, Houston, in 2008. His career experience includes working as a clinical nurse.

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“Housing costs: Montana has been rated among the worst in housing affordability. Housing costs have nearly doubled in the last 5 years. Many working families are struggling to pay rent. Nurses, tradespeople, craftsmen who grew up here are being forced out of the communities they serve. I support a housing trust fund with steady, ongoing revenue, plus state help with the water and sewer infrastructure new homes require.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)
“The management of growth. We cannot let growth decide for us, we must plan and work to guide growth and expansion with responsibility and foresight.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)
“Of course! I've committed to working across the aisle with anyone who is willing to work for a better future for Montana and Montanans.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)

Mark Noland

Mark Noland (Republican) is the incumbent member of the Montana State Senate representing District 6 (Flathead, Lake counties), running for re-election in the November 3, 2026 general election. Official legislative biography notes: Born 1959 in Whitefish; studied business management at University of Montana; small business owner; Lake County Republican Central Committee Chairman; served in House 2015-22; served in Senate since 2023; spouse’s name is Kathy; six children.

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“by lowering property taxes, protecting life, strengthening small businesses, defending our constitutional rights, and keeping Montana a place where families can afford to live and thrive.” (Mark Noland campaign website)