David was born and raised in Hamilton, and lives there with his wife and daughter. He earned his degree in civil engineering and economics from Montana State University, then 2 master's degrees in national security studies and a doctorate in physics during his service. 

David is the CFO of a start-up engineering firm. He served in the U.S. Army in combat units and as a professor at the United States Military Academy at West Point. 

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David Bedey is currently a state representative serving House District 86. He was elected in 2018 and is serving his third term. He previously served on the Hamilton School Board for 9 years, and chaired the board for 7 of those years.

As of June 9, 2025, David Bedey’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Jeff earned his associate's degree in electronics and nuclear plant operations from Excelsior University and his bachelor's degree in education from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He also has various graduate certificates in electronics, physics, and other related topics.

Jeff is currently a self-employed artist at Salvage Signs. He previously worked as a ski instructor at Lost Trail Power Mountain Ski Area and Discovery Ski Area. He also worked as a field technical services senior associate at Rocky Mountain Labs.

Jeff Kempka's campaign for state representative is his first entry into politics.

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