Josh Seckinger for Montana
Common sense. Common ground. PROVEN results.
Rep. Joshua Seckinger, D-Bozeman, speaking in the House Business and Labor Committee on March, 25, 2025. Credit: Mara Silvers
House District 61 candidate Josh Seckinger speaks during a press conference addressing Montana’s housing crisis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024. Lauren Miller/Chronicle
Who is Josh Seckinger?
Josh Seckinger moved to Montana in 2009 and has called the Gallatin Valley home for nearly two decades.
After studying political science at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, Josh built a working life in Montana across construction, food distribution, newspaper production, seismic mapping and the outdoor industry. He also worked for an environmental attorney and has spent years guiding fly-fishing trips on the Yellowstone, Gallatin, Madison and Smith rivers.
That broad experience gives Josh a practical understanding of seasonal work, small businesses and the challenges facing people who earn a living in Montana. It also shaped his commitment to public access, private property rights, responsible conservation and the outdoor economy.
In the Legislature, Josh focuses on affordability, strong public schools, individual freedom and responsible use of public funds. He believes decisions should be grounded in good information, measurable results and local knowledge.
Josh believes in collaboration and common sense over partisanship. He works to represent hardworking Montanans, listen to different perspectives and build bridges across political divides.
READ MORE ABOUT THE ISSUES JOSH IS FIGHTING FOR ACROSS MONTANA
As a member of the House Natural Resources Committee, Rep. Seckinger was a tireless advocate for responsible stewardship and the protection of Montana’s public lands. He sponsored the session’s only pro-public lands resolution and successfully championed HB 763, which strengthens incentives for landowners to participate in the state’s block management program , expanding public access by encouraging cooperation between private landowners and outdoor enthusiasts.
Josh believes in collaboration and common sense over partisanship.
Josh believes public money should be spent responsibly, with clear accountability, measurable results and respect for taxpayers.
He supports expanding public access while respecting private property rights and believes decisions should be based on good information, local knowledge and practical results
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Rep. Ed Buttrey, R-Great Falls, left, sponsor of a bill to continue Medicaid expansion, and Rep. Josh Seckinger, D-Bozeman, right, watch proceedings from the Senate gallery on Feb. 17, 2025. Credit: Mara Silvers
Endorsed by Organizations Working for Montana
Josh has earned support from organizations representing working people, conservation, public service and communities across Montana.
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