Lela Graham was born in Great Falls, Montana.. She attended the University of Virginia where she earned a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies. 

Lela Graham served in the US Army as part of the Military Intelligence Corps. Lela spent over a decade working in political management, where she traveled across the country working on various levels of campaigns.

As of April 10, 2024, Lela Graham’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Supports investing in public libraries, acknowledging tax concerns but emphasizing the value of maintaining such community resources despite some opposition not strictly related to fiscal matters.

- Supports investing in public libraries, acknowledging tax concerns but emphasizing the value of maintaining such community resources despite some opposition not strictly related to fiscal matters.

Economy

As of June 8, 2025, Lela Graham’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Energy & the Environment

The candidate's website says, "Lela Graham is running on the platform focusing on Health Care, especially with funding for substance use disorder including prevention and treatment..."

- The candidate's website says, "Lela Graham is running on the platform focusing on Health Care, especially with funding for substance use disorder including prevention and treatment..."

Healthcare

Said, "...sponsored by Independence Rock Coalition (IRC) organized Recovery Advocacy Day at the Montana Legislature where we lobbied for various legislation like fentanyl test strips and recovery residencies."

The candidate's website says, "Lela is a Certified Recovery Coach with an emphasis on Harm Reduction and Problem Gambling... a Master Naloxone Trainer... Lela is a person in long-term recovery and is dedicated to bringing awareness and decrease the stigma for those from substance use disorder..."

The candidate's website says, "Community members came together to remember those lost to overdose on Overdose Awareness Day on August 31st"

- Said, "...sponsored by Independence Rock Coalition (IRC) organized Recovery Advocacy Day at the Montana Legislature where we lobbied for various legislation like fentanyl test strips and recovery residencies."
- The candidate's website says, "Lela is a Certified Recovery Coach with an emphasis on Harm Reduction and Problem Gambling... a Master Naloxone Trainer... Lela is a person in long-term recovery and is dedicated to bringing awareness and decrease the stigma for those from substance use disorder..."
- The candidate's website says, "Community members came together to remember those lost to overdose on Overdose Awareness Day on August 31st"

Public Safety

Voting & Elections

Said, "Growing up in Great Falls I spent a lot of time at both the Heisey Center and the Great Falls Public Library, both places enabled me to learn and grow and become the person I am today."

Said, "The program’s mission is to revitalize public and political discourse by teaching and promoting civics, citizenship, and civility."

- Said, "Growing up in Great Falls I spent a lot of time at both the Heisey Center and the Great Falls Public Library, both places enabled me to learn and grow and become the person I am today."
- Said, "The program’s mission is to revitalize public and political discourse by teaching and promoting civics, citizenship, and civility."

Education

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Lela Graham

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.

As of June 8, 2025, Ed Buttrey’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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.

Passed legislation providing veteran benefits.

Passed legislation regarding liquor/gaming law.

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

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.

- Passed legislation regarding education.

Ed Buttrey

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- 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.