Brian Schweitzer

Brian David Schweitzer (born September 4, 1955) is an American politician. He served as the 23rd Governor of Montana from January 5, 2005 to January 7, 2013. Schweitzer formerly served as chair of the Western Governors Association^[1] as well as the Democratic Governors Association.^[2] He also served as president of the Council of State Governments.^[3]

Brian Schweitzer
23rd Governor of Montana
In office January 3, 2005 – January 7, 2013
Lieutenant	John Bohlinger
Preceded by	Judy Martz
Succeeded by	Steve Bullock
Personal details
Born	Brian David Schweitzer (1955-09-04) September 4, 1955 (age 69) Havre, Montana, U.S.
Political party	Democratic
Spouse(s)	Nancy Hupp
Alma mater	Colorado State University Montana State University, Bozeman