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Scott Staffanson
American politician From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Scott Staffanson (born October 1, 1960) is an American politician who is a former member of the Montana House of Representatives. He did not run for re-election in 2018, and his term ended on January 7, 2019.
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Early life and education
Staffanson was born on October 1, 1960, in Richland County, Montana.[1] Growing up on his family’s farm, Staffanson went to college at Montana State University, graduating in 1982.[1]
2012 election
Staffanson ran for election in the 2012 Montana House of Representatives election, but withdrew on June 5, 2012, and joined David Halvorson’s campaign as its campaign manager.[2]
Taking office
Staffanson was appointed to the Montana House of Representatives on August 19, 2013, by a vote of Richland and Dawson County lawmakers after the death of David Halvorson.[2]
2014 election
Staffanson ran unopposed in the Republican Party primary and won the election with a margin of almost 60% of the vote.[2]
2016 election
In the 2016 election, Staffanson easily defeated Joel Krautter in the primary and defeated Chris Trumpower in the election.[2]
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