Ken Walsh is a graduate of Twin Bridges High and furthered his education at MSU, where he studied Agriculture Education. He has been married to Mary Beth for 31 years. 

Ken has been a trustee at the Ruby Valley Medical Center for 12 years.

Ken Walsh was first elected to the Montana House of Representatives in 2020. He serves on the Agriculture, Natural Resources, and State Administration and Veteran Affairs legislative committees.

Candidate website

Said, "My passion for STRONG rural communities has drawn me to public service. My small business and agriculture experiences help me lay the foundation for common sense, conservative solutions that will allow ALL to find success."."

- Said, "My passion for STRONG rural communities has drawn me to public service. My small business and agriculture experiences help me lay the foundation for common sense, conservative solutions that will allow ALL to find success."."

Economy

The candidate's website says, "Keep Public Lands Public - Promote Multiple Uses"

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

Energy & the Environment

The candidate's website says, "replenished, and deferred infrastructure needs were addressed. The creation of the Behavioral Health Commission to address the growing mental health needs was a significant accomplishment especially for rural communities."

- The candidate's website says, "replenished, and deferred infrastructure needs were addressed. The creation of the Behavioral Health Commission to address the growing mental health needs was a significant accomplishment especially for rural communities."

Healthcare

Public Safety

Voting & Elections

Supports educational flexibility, expansion of career and technical education, and the adoption of proficiency-based learning to enhance the education system.

- Supports educational flexibility, expansion of career and technical education, and the adoption of proficiency-based learning to enhance the education system.

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Ken Walsh

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