2021 MT Legislative Scorecard

The following scorecard lists several key votes in the Montana Legislature in 2021 and ranks their State Senators and House Representatives based on their fidelity to (U.S.) constitutional and limited-government principles.

This is our first state-level Scorecard; the selected votes may not be reflective of legislators' overall records. Their cumulative scores will change as we add more votes. Please check regularly for updates.

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Senate Votes

1. Concealed Carry Expansion

expands the ability of individuals to provide for their own defense by reducing or eliminating government mandated locations where citizens are prevented from exercising their right to defend themselves.
Read More Constitutional Vote: Yes
HB102 Roll Call 994861

2. Article V - Con Con

Would have applied to Congress for a Convention of States to propose a congressional term limits amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
Read More Constitutional Vote: No
SJ2 Roll Call 1002779

3. State's Rights

requires a review of presidential executive orders by Montana's Attorney General relating to certain subjects that may be unconstitutional for the purposes of nullification.
Read More Constitutional Vote: Yes
SB277 Roll Call 1017769

4. Voter ID

Requires a Montana driver's license, Montana state ID or Social Security card to register to vote.
Read More Constitutional Vote: Yes
SB169 Roll Call 1041887

5. Religious Freedom

Provides that religious services are an essential service during a pandemic or disaster.
Read More Constitutional Vote: Yes
SB172 Roll Call 1061883

6. Parental Rights

Provides that if a parent prevails in a judicial proceeding against a governmental entity for violating their parental fundamental rights, the parent is entitled to attorney fees and costs paid by the governmental entity.
Read More Constitutional Vote: Yes
SB400 Roll Call 1063372

How did they vote?

Duane Ankney
100% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-020
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Bryce Bennett
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-050
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Mark Blasdel
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-004
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Kenneth Bogner
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-019
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Carlie Boland
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-012
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Ellie Boldman
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-045
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Bob Brown
100% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-007
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Jill Cohenour
17% Report Score
Democrat
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Mike Cuffe
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-001
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Janet Ellis
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-041
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Jason Ellsworth
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-043
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
John Esp
67% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-030
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Steve Fitzpatrick
83% Report Score
Dist. SD-010
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Pat Flowers
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-032
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Mike Fox
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-016
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Chris Friedel
100% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-026
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Terry Gauthier
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-040
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Bruce Gillespie
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-009
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Carl Glimm
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-002
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Jen Gross
20% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-025
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Greg Hertz
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-006
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Steve Hinebauch
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-018
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Brian Hoven
67% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-013
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
David Howard
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-029
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Tom Jacobson
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-011
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Douglas Kary
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-022
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Bob Keenan
83% Report Score
Republican
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Mike Lang
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-017
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Ryan Lynch
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-037
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Theresa Manzella
100% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-044
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Edith McClafferty
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-038
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Tom McGillvray
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-023
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Mary McNally
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-024
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Brad Molnar
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-028
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Shane Morigeau
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-048
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Shannon O'Brien
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-046
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Ryan Osmundson
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-015
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Jennifer Pomnichowski
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-033
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Christopher Pope
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-031
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Keith Regier
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-003
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Walt Sales
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-035
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Daniel Salomon
67% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-047
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Diane Sands
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-049
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Jason Small
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-021
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Cary Smith
100% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-027
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Mark Sweeney
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-039
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Russel Tempel
100% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-014
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Gordon Vance
100% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-034
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Susan Webber
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-008
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
Jeffrey Welborn
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-036
1. Concealed Carry Expansion
2. Article V - Con Con
3. State's Rights
4. Voter ID
5. Religious Freedom
6. Parental Rights
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