2024 Montana General Election

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Joshua attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He resides in Gallatin Valley.

Joshua works as a mortgage loan officer for Clear Mortgage. He also works as a fishing guide. His previous experience includes environmental law, seismic mapping exploration, and food delivery.

Ballotpedia: Josh Seckinger

Joshua A. Seckinger ran in the Montana Democratic primary for the United States Senate in 2020, but did not win.

Said, "I will stand firmly with labor unions, fighting alongside them for fair wages, safe working conditions, and equitable treatment for all."

Advocates repealing the "Judy Martz Tax Cuts" and said, "These cuts disproportionately benefit the wealthiest Montanans, leaving those at the bottom with minimal relief."

Wants to support local governments in decision-making.

Supports investment into affordable housing and the regulation of short-term rentals.

Advocates the legalization and taxation of marijuana.

- Said, "I will stand firmly with labor unions, fighting alongside them for fair wages, safe working conditions, and equitable treatment for all."
- Supports property tax relief.
- Advocates repealing the "Judy Martz Tax Cuts" and said, "These cuts disproportionately benefit the wealthiest Montanans, leaving those at the bottom with minimal relief."
- Wants to support local governments in decision-making.
- Supports investment into affordable housing and the regulation of short-term rentals.
- Advocates the legalization and taxation of marijuana.

Economy

Opposes the transfer of federal lands to state authority.

Advocates responsibility in balancing economic growth and environmental conservation.

Said, "I am unwaveringly dedicated to preserving clean air, clean water, and our esteemed public lands."

Supports policies addressing climate change such as investment in adaptation measures, the transition to renewable energy sources, and the implementation of carbon pricing practices.

- Opposes the transfer of federal lands to state authority.
- Advocates responsibility in balancing economic growth and environmental conservation.
- Said, "I am unwaveringly dedicated to preserving clean air, clean water, and our esteemed public lands."
- Supports policies addressing climate change such as investment in adaptation measures, the transition to renewable energy sources, and the implementation of carbon pricing practices.

Energy & the Environment

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Said, "Access to safe and legal abortion services is crucial for women's autonomy, health, and well-being."

Supports access to family planning, contraception, and reproductive healthcare services.

Plans on "...advocating for comprehensive anti-discrimination laws that protect LGBTQ+ people in employment, housing, education, and public accommodations."

Supports the Medicaid Expansion Bill of 2018.

- Said, "Access to safe and legal abortion services is crucial for women's autonomy, health, and well-being."
- Supports access to family planning, contraception, and reproductive healthcare services.
- Plans on "...advocating for comprehensive anti-discrimination laws that protect LGBTQ+ people in employment, housing, education, and public accommodations."
- Supports the Medicaid Expansion Bill of 2018.
- Advocates for paid family leave.

Healthcare

Supports the creation of an universal firearms registry.

- Supports the creation of an universal firearms registry.

Public Safety

As of September 17, 2024, Joshua A. Seckinger’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Voting & Elections

Supports "...the establishment of safe, inclusive learning environments, where every student is protected from harassment, discrimination, and violence, ensuring their holistic growth and success."

Opposes the allocation of public funding towards private charter schools.

Advocates the expansion of collective bargaining rights, the upholding of teacher tenure, and financial assistance towards classroom materials.

- Supports "...the establishment of safe, inclusive learning environments, where every student is protected from harassment, discrimination, and violence, ensuring their holistic growth and success."
- Opposes the allocation of public funding towards private charter schools.
- Advocates the expansion of collective bargaining rights, the upholding of teacher tenure, and financial assistance towards classroom materials.

Education

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Owen is from Bozeman, Montana. He graduated from Bozeman High School. 

Owen owns and operates a small local whiskey distillery. He is a US Military veteran, previously serving part-time with the Montana Army National Guard, and worked as a Bradley IFV mechanic and Tank recovery specialist. He has experience as a fabricator, and a pipe fitter and welder. 

Ballotpedia-Owen Lang

This is Owen Lang's first entry into politics. 

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The candidate's website says, "Protect Montana's agriculture, industry, and small businesses. Keep free markets open and competitive. Encourage a strong and educated work force."

Advocates for farm, agriculture, and the food and fermented beverage industries in Montana. 

The candidate's website says, "No more surprises...Cap or scrap property taxes, instill responsible and accountable spending, keep more money in your pocket."

Said "No more surprises...Cap or scrap property taxes, instill responsible and accountable spending, keep more money in your pocket."

Advocates for open and competitive free markets.

Wants to protect the agriculture industry and small businesses in Montana.

- Advocates for farm, agriculture, and the food and fermented beverage industries in Montana. 
- Said "No more surprises...Cap or scrap property taxes, instill responsible and accountable spending, keep more money in your pocket."
- Advocates for open and competitive free markets.
- Supports limited government.
- Wants to protect the agriculture industry and small businesses in Montana.

- Supports access to public lands.
- Supports water conservation systems.

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

The candidate's website says, "Protect the right to life, freedom of speech, right to bear arms, constitutional carry, freedom of religion, and property ownership. Uphold law and order for a safe & civil society."

Opposes gun control, and supports gun ownership and  permitless carry. 

- Opposes gun control, and supports gun ownership and  permitless carry. 

Opposes discussing politics in classrooms.

Advocates for vocation trades, saying " a trade skill is just as valuable as a four-year college degree."

- Opposes discussing politics in classrooms.
- Advocates for vocation trades, saying " a trade skill is just as valuable as a four-year college degree."

Owen Lang

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