Bob is originally from Montana, and currently lives in Missoula. He is a husband and father. Bob earned his bachelor's degree in computer science with minors in math and media arts, and an emphasis in accounting from the University of Montana. He volunteers with a variety of non-profit childhood and education related organizations. Bob and his wife are certified foster care parents.

Bob previously worked in technology in Silicon Valley, and as a small business owner. He then became a stay-at-home dad after he and his wife had kids. 

Ballotpedia: Bob Carter

Bob Carter is currently a state representative serving for Montana's House District 98. He was elected in 2022 and is serving his first term. 

Economy

Wants to protect natural lands and resources.

- Advocates for sustainable energy.
- Wants to protect natural lands and resources.

Energy & the Environment

Montana Free Press: Rep. Bob Carter

Sponsored House Bill 940, which prohibits smoking and vaping in cars with minors or pregnant people.

- Advocates for public healthcare.
- Sponsored House Bill 940, which prohibits smoking and vaping in cars with minors or pregnant people.

Healthcare

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

Public Safety

Voting & Elections

Education

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Bob Carter

As of April 10, 2024, Robert Labair did not have a website.

Ballotpedia: Robert Labair

Robert Labair's campaign for state representative is his first entry into politics.

As of June 9, 2025, Robert Labair did not have a website.

Robert Labair

- Your State Representative participates in the legislative process at the state level. They are one of 100 members of the Montana House of Representatives. The Montana House of Representatives is the lower house of the Montana State Legislature (the state's lawmaking body).
- 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 96

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