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Ed studied at Montana State University. He is married with children.

Ballotpedia, Edward Buttrey

Ed Buttrey is a State Representative for State House District 21. He was elected in 2018 and has served three terms in this position. He has served as a State Senator for State Senate District 11 and was elected in 2010.

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Said, "I have been a businessman, and job creator throughout my entire professional career... Government must exist to support, not obstruct our businesses and citizens... As a Republican Legislator, I also believe that we must... legislate in a way that benefits all Montanans... Conservative ideals, thoughtful consideration of issues, hard work, and holding all parties accountable are the cornerstones of my party..."

Said, "Government must exist to support, not obstruct our businesses and citizens"

Passed legislation creating jobs and implementing tax reform.

Serves on the House Business and Labor Committee.

Was a two-term Chairman of the Senate Business, Labor and Economic Affairs Committee.

- Said, "Government must exist to support, not obstruct our businesses and citizens"
- Passed legislation creating jobs and implementing tax reform.
- Serves on the House Business and Labor Committee.
- Was a two-term Chairman of the Senate Business, Labor and Economic Affairs Committee.

Economy

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Energy & the Environment

Has passed legislation regarding telemedicine and prescription drug reform.

Serves on the House Health and Human Services Committee.

- Has passed legislation regarding telemedicine and prescription drug reform.
- Serves on the House Health and Human Services Committee.

Healthcare

Passed legislation providing veteran benefits.

Passed legislation regarding liquor/gaming law.

- Passed legislation providing veteran benefits.
- Passed legislation regarding liquor/gaming law.

Public Safety

Said, "I believe that responsible government should be run like a business, focusing on efficiency and performance, with accountability at all levels."

Past Chairman of the Senate Legislative Admin and Senate Local Government Committees.

- Said, "I believe that responsible government should be run like a business, focusing on efficiency and performance, with accountability at all levels."
- Serves on the House Rules Committee.
- Past Chairman of the Senate Legislative Admin and Senate Local Government Committees.

Voting & Elections

- Passed legislation regarding education.

Education

Ed Buttrey

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- Your State Representative drafts laws, approves budgets, has oversight of the state executive branch, and debates and votes on proposed laws.
- In addition to drafting and voting on bills, your State Representative can serve on committees. This is important because many bills can be stalled in committee, preventing them making it to a vote.
- Your State Representative is responsible for representing your interests. They also are responsible for helping you navigate the state's services and bringing back resources to your district.
- State Representatives are elected to a 2-year term. Individuals can serve no more than 8 years in a 16-year period.

Montana State Representative, District 21, Republican Primary

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