Ballotpedia - Marty Malone

Marty was born in Appleton, Wisconsin. He is married, and has 2 adult children and 4 grandchildren with his wife. He is the former president of the Montana Weed Control Association. Marty went through general studies at Pacific Lutheran University, then earned his bachelor's degree in agricultural economics from Montana State University-Bozeman.

Marty has owned a ranch with his wife for the past 40 years. He also served for 8 years on the Arrowhead Elementary School District Board. 

Marty Malone previously served for 8 years as a Park County Commissioner. He is currently a state representative serving House District 59. Marty was elected in 2020 and is serving his second term. He is the vice chair of the Agriculture Committee.

Plans to protect private property rights.

Wants to support agriculture and farmers.

Sponsored House Bill 276, which would have established a farm to food bank grant program if it had not died in standing committee.

Sponsored House Bill 820, which would have provided a property tax exemption for employer-provided housing if it had not missed the deadline for bill transmittal.

- Plans to protect private property rights.
- Wants to support agriculture and farmers.
- Sponsored House Bill 276, which would have established a farm to food bank grant program if it had not died in standing committee.
- Sponsored House Bill 820, which would have provided a property tax exemption for employer-provided housing if it had not missed the deadline for bill transmittal.

Economy

As of September 17, 2024, Marty Malone’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Energy & the Environment

Healthcare

Opposes gun control and supports the Second Amendment.

- Opposes gun control and supports the Second Amendment.

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Marty Malone

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